Caring Sleep Solutions by Olena Santangeli, PhD

Caring Sleep Solutions by Olena Santangeli, PhD Infant Sleep Consultant (0-6 yo) & Adult Sleep Coach. PhD (Medicine). Neuroscientist.

Sometimes stepping back is part of moving forward.I’ve been a little quiet on here lately… and I wanted to say hello and...
29/04/2026

Sometimes stepping back is part of moving forward.

I’ve been a little quiet on here lately… and I wanted to say hello and be honest.

Over the past weeks-months, I needed to put my energy into immediate family needs and be more present offline.
And for a while… social media had to take a back seat.

But I’m still here. 🤍

Still supporting the wonderful families I work with through sleep struggles, night wakings, bedtime battles… and even potty learning.

Still cheering parents on through the messy middle.

Still doing the work I care so deeply about.

And soon, I hope to be back sharing more science-backed, practical sleep support here again.

Because helping tired families find calmer nights is still so close to my heart.

If you’re struggling with sleep right now — for your baby, toddler, or even yourself — please know you don’t have to figure it out alone.

My DMs are always open.
Drop me a message if you need someone to listen, understand, and gently guide you in a way that fits your child and your family.

Sometimes one conversation can be the start of things feeling lighter.

I’m grateful you’re here. 🤍
And I’m looking forward to sharing more with you again soon.

Send me a DM with “sleep” if you need support.


Welcome to the next Mum & Baby Wellness Circle 🤍As spring is here and summer is approaching, it’s a great time to start ...
20/04/2026

Welcome to the next Mum & Baby Wellness Circle 🤍

As spring is here and summer is approaching, it’s a great time to start potty training your child 🌿
If you’re already in the process or planning to begin soon, this circle will give you clarity and confidence.

📅 Monday, April 27
⏰ 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Esporles, 5 min walk from the main paseo

This time we’ll be talking about potty training — and why this season can be such a supportive time to start.

We will discuss:
• Pros and cons of starting potty training in summer
• Gentle, holistic behavioral approaches that truly support your child
• What is absolutely essential (and what you really don’t need)
• Different approaches and how to make it work for your child
• How to approach the process with more confidence and less stress
• The most common mistakes parents make and how to avoid them

If you’d like to join or want more info, send me a DM or WhatsApp me on +34 682 429922
Would love to see you there ✨

If you’ve ever had questions about your child’s sleep and thought,“Is this normal?” or “What should I do here?” — this i...
17/04/2026

If you’ve ever had questions about your child’s sleep and thought,
“Is this normal?” or “What should I do here?” — this is for you 🤍

Whether you have a toddler, preschooler, or primary school child, we’ll talk through what’s really going on with their sleep and simple, gentle ways to improve it.

There will be space to ask your questions, share experiences, and just have an open, supportive conversation.

Escola Global has organised this lovely free Coffee & Chat here in Mallorca ☕
and I’d love to see you there.

Register via the link in bio





09/04/2026

You didn’t buy a crib for it to become… storage.

But here you are.

And every time you try again —
your baby cries, wakes, or refuses to stay there.

So you start thinking:

“My baby just hates the crib.”

But what if that’s not true?

What if your baby simply doesn’t feel safe there yet?

Because until now, sleep has always happened:

in your arms
with movement
with you right there

And their brain learned:
👉 this is how I fall asleep

The crib isn’t the problem.
It’s just… unfamiliar.

And babies don’t settle in unfamiliar spaces without support.

The shift doesn’t happen overnight —
it’s something you build, step by step.

Gently.
With your presence.
Without forcing independence too early.

You don’t need to “fix” your baby.
You just need the right approach 🤍

👉 Share this with a mom who thinks her baby hates the crib
👉 And if you want a gradual, supportive plan to build your baby’s sleep confidence — reach out, link in bio

You didn’t buy that crib to store laundry.But somehow… that’s what it became.And every time you try again —the crying st...
08/04/2026

You didn’t buy that crib to store laundry.

But somehow… that’s what it became.

And every time you try again —
the crying starts
the wake-ups happen
and you’re left thinking:

“Why does my baby hate the crib so much?”

Here’s the part most parents are never told:

Your baby isn’t rejecting the crib.
They’re rejecting the lack of familiarity and safety in that space.

Because until now, sleep has always meant:

your arms
your movement
your presence

And their brain learned:
THIS is how I fall asleep.

So when that suddenly changes…
their nervous system reacts.

Not with logic —
but with protest.

The shift around 5–6 months makes this even louder.

Sleep cycles mature.
Awareness increases.
And now your baby needs consistency to feel secure.

This is where many parents feel stuck.

But here’s the good news:

You don’t need to force the crib.

You just need to teach the brain that the crib = safety

And that happens through small, gentle, repeated experiences:

your voice
your touch
your presence

Step by step.

No overwhelm.
No extremes.

Just building trust in a new space.

You don’t have to do this alone 🤍

If this sounds like your baby,
follow along for more science-backed, gentle sleep guidance
or reach out if you want support tailored to your little one

If this feels familiar… take a breath 🤍You don’t need to suddenly remove milkor push your child to “figure it out alone....
08/04/2026

If this feels familiar… take a breath 🤍

You don’t need to suddenly remove milk
or push your child to “figure it out alone.”

What matters is:
👉 understanding why the wakings are happening
👉 and shifting things in a way your child can handle

I’ve written a full article where I break this down clearly:
• what’s happening biologically
• how nutrition plays a role in sleep regulation and how to structure meals and particularly dinner
•shifts in bedtime routine that can improve the situation

👉 Comment “Blog”
and I’ll send you the link to read it





Sleep Webinar for Parents of Babies 5–18 Months 🤍If your baby wakes at the same time every night, you’re not imagining i...
01/04/2026

Sleep Webinar for Parents of Babies 5–18 Months 🤍

If your baby wakes at the same time every night, you’re not imagining it — and it’s not random.

In many cases, the timing of night wakings can give us important clues about what might be going on beneath the surface: sleep pressure, daytime rhythm, feeding patterns, or how your baby is falling asleep.

The challenge is that these wakings often look very similar, which is why it can feel confusing and exhausting.

I’m hosting a live online Zoom webinar for parents who want to better understand these patterns — and learn how to gently reduce night wakings, without cry-it-out.

✨ Night Wakings by Time: What They Mean — and How to Reduce Them (Gently)
🖥 Live on Zoom
📅 April 2nd
⏰ 1:00 PM ET I 7:00 PM Spain | 6:00 PM UK
🎥 Replay available

This is for parents who feel stuck, tired, and want clear, science-based guidance that actually fits their baby.

If this resonates, the link to save your spot is in the comments 🤍

Lena | Child & Adult Sleep Consultant | Neuroscientist
Caring Sleep Solutions

This is something I see all the time.Because sleep isn’t just about a method.👉 It’s about your baby’s development👉 Their...
30/03/2026

This is something I see all the time.

Because sleep isn’t just about a method.

👉 It’s about your baby’s development
👉 Their temperament
👉 And how everything shifts over time

So when something stops working…
it’s not because you failed.

It’s because your baby changed.

When we align sleep with your child (not force them into a method),
you don’t just get better nights…

You get confidence.

If night wakings are your biggest struggle right now,
I still have a few spots for my Night Wakings Webinar → link in bio

And if you’re ready for personalised support,
you can book a free 15-min call with me — we’ll look at what’s really going on and what your next step could be 🤍

Adresse

Basel

Benachrichtigungen

Lassen Sie sich von uns eine E-Mail senden und seien Sie der erste der Neuigkeiten und Aktionen von Caring Sleep Solutions by Olena Santangeli, PhD erfährt. Ihre E-Mail-Adresse wird nicht für andere Zwecke verwendet und Sie können sich jederzeit abmelden.

Teilen