SLEEP COACHING
Our Certifications
After initial training with an online course in the UK, we felt we wanted more in depth, extensive learning. We completed a programme that involved over 80 hours of training with a faculty panel that includes 2 medical doctors, a psychologist, an attorney, lactation counselor, postpartum doulas and a family therapist. On passing our exam and case studies, we earned our certificates!
Some of our training topics included:
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Basic counselling and child development
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Sleep science and behavioural modification techniques to help parents of children age 0 to 6 years old.
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Secure attachment theory
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Support for the breastfeeding mother
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In-depth knowledge of the importance of attachment and infant mental health
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The sleep science behind the first six months of life
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What special considerations need to be taken when working with and supporting families during this delicate period.
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Specialized instruction on how to evaluate families in the first six months
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Guidance on how to assess when the baby is ready for sleep coaching based on current research and evidence-based strategies
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Review of gentle sleep solutions and strategies that are developmentally appropriate, breastfeeding and attachment friendly and promote a solid foundation for sleep learning and long-term healthy sleep patterns.
The training also consisted of lectures from top specialists, including:
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Postpartum Depression from Dr. Shoshana Bennett, author and leading specialist on Postpartum Depression
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Medical Conditions and Sleep Apnea in Children led by Dr. Lewis Kass, Director of Children’s Sleep Center
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GERD and Sleep led by Dr. Anthony Loizides, pediatric gastroenterologist
Both Orla and Laura are members of the IACSC (International Association of Child Sleep Consultants).
