Kelly Murray Sleep Consulting

Kelly Murray Sleep Consulting I am a Certified Sleep Sense Consultant. I help families achieve uninterrupted sleep through customized sleep plans for babies and toddlers.

My goal is to help you love bedtime again! I offer phone, Skype and in-person consults.

Thinking About Dropping Your Toddler’s Last Nap? Read This First 👇I get it… dropping your child’s only nap can feel like...
04/01/2026

Thinking About Dropping Your Toddler’s Last Nap? Read This First 👇

I get it… dropping your child’s only nap can feel like a BIG, scary step 😅

You might be thinking:
👉 “Will they be overtired?”
👉 “Am I losing my only break during the day?”
👉 “Is it too soon?”

But here’s the truth, most parents don’t realize 👇
You’re not losing rest time… you’re just redefining it.

Even after the nap is gone, you can absolutely introduce quiet time—a calm, independent break that still gives both you and your child the reset you need 💛

And when done right?
It can actually support:
✔️ Better nighttime sleep
✔️ Improved independence
✔️ A smoother daily rhythm

Our incredible Master Sleep Consultant, Jade LiManni (), breaks this down step-by-step in a must-read blog ✨

👉 Head to the blog (link in bio) to learn exactly how to transition from naps to quiet time without the chaos.

And if you’re feeling unsure about when or how to make the switch…

💬 We’ve got you.
Book a FREE call, and we’ll walk you through the best next steps for your child’s sleep success.

Because this doesn’t have to feel overwhelming—you just need the right plan 🤍

03/30/2026

Sleep Training While Room Sharing? YES—Here’s How to Make It Work 👶✨

Yes, you can sleep train while sharing a room—and no, it doesn’t have to derail your progress.

Whether you're room sharing by choice or necessity, the key isn’t perfection… it’s strategy.

Here’s how to help your baby sleep more independently—even when you’re just a few feet away:

🪟 Create a Visual Barrier
Out of sight = out of mind. A simple partition or curtain can reduce stimulation and help your baby settle without constantly checking for you 👀

🌑 Go Pitch Black
Babies are very distractible. Even the tiniest light can become entertainment. A dark room signals: it’s time for sleep.

🔊 Use a Sound Machine
White noise masks your movements, softens environmental sounds, and becomes a powerful sleep cue your baby learns to rely on.

✨ With the right setup, room sharing doesn’t have to sabotage sleep training—it can actually support it.

💾 Save this post so bedtime feels calm, confident, and way less chaotic.

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Is a Sleep Consultant Actually Worth It? (Read This Before Another Sleepless Night 😴)If you’re wondering whether you rea...
03/27/2026

Is a Sleep Consultant Actually Worth It? (Read This Before Another Sleepless Night 😴)

If you’re wondering whether you really need a sleep consultant… you’re not alone.

Most parents I work with sit in that exact same spot — weighing the cost of support vs. just “waiting it out.”

But here’s the truth no one talks about:
👉 Most sleep issues don’t magically resolve on their own.
👉 Many families are still struggling well into the toddler years (3–5+).

So the real question becomes…
How long are you willing to stay exhausted?

Yes — some parents figure it out on their own.
But many don’t — not because they’re doing anything wrong, but because they’re missing the right strategy for their child.

That’s where we come in 🤍

✨ We help you understand your child’s sleep (not just follow generic advice)
✨ We create a customized plan that actually fits your family
✨ And most importantly — we support you when it gets hard

Because let’s be honest… sleep training isn’t just about your baby.
It’s about you having the energy to show up, feel like yourself again, and enjoy motherhood.

If you’re tired of guessing and ready for real support —
Tap the link in bio and book a discovery call. Let’s figure this out together 🌙

🚨 The WORST Sleep Regression (And Why It’s Not What You Think…) 😴💥“Sleep regression” — just hearing it can make any pare...
03/25/2026

🚨 The WORST Sleep Regression (And Why It’s Not What You Think…) 😴💥

“Sleep regression” — just hearing it can make any parent brace for sleepless nights 😵💫

And honestly? We get it. Even as sleep consultants, those phases can feel rough.

But here’s the truth, most parents don’t hear 👇
Not all sleep regressions are created equal… and understanding why they happen is what actually makes them manageable (and way less overwhelming).

Inside the blog, we break down:
✨ What a sleep regression really is
✨ Which one tends to hit parents the hardest
✨ How to navigate it without losing your sanity

Because when you understand what’s happening, you stop reacting… and start responding with confidence 💪

👉 Tap the link in bio to read the full blog by

03/23/2026

The “French Pause” That Helps Your Newborn Sleep Better 👶💤 (Without Sleep Training)

Before you rush in… pause.

One of the most powerful (and underrated) newborn sleep techniques comes straight from France 🇫🇷 — Le Pause.

Instead of immediately picking your baby up the second they fuss, you give them a moment… just a few minutes… to see if they can settle on their own.

Here’s how it works:
✨ Place your baby down in their bassinet
✨ Pause and observe (this is the magic)
✨ If they escalate → pick up + comfort
✨ If they settle → let them be

Newborns are naturally noisy, squirmy, and active sleepers. What looks like distress is often just them learning to self-soothe.

And when you pair this with the Pick-Up-Put-Down method?
You’re gently building sleep skills from Day 1 — without harsh sleep training later on 🙌

This is exactly why our clients breeze through the 4-month regression with little to no disruption.

03/20/2026

🌴 Traveling With a Baby This Spring Break? Here’s What to Expect With Sleep.

If you’re traveling with your baby or toddler during Spring Break, the best thing you can do is set realistic expectations for sleep.

New environments, different routines, and unfamiliar spaces can make sleep feel a little unpredictable — and that’s completely normal.

Here’s the mindset I recommend for parents when traveling:

✨ Your child may need a little extra help falling asleep.
A new sleep environment can feel overwhelming for little ones, so they may need more support settling or staying asleep.

✨ Remember: travel sleep is temporary.
Even if naps or bedtime feel messy during vacation, you can always return to your normal routine once you’re back home.

✨ But don’t interfere if you don’t need to.
If your child typically sleeps independently and settles well in a new environment, let them! Sometimes kids surprise us when we step back.

✨ Focus on flexibility, not perfection.
Travel sleep rarely looks exactly like home sleep — and that’s okay.

Even keeping one or two parts of your bedtime routine consistent can help signal sleep in a new place.

💾 Save this post if you're traveling with kids this Spring Break.

👇 Tell me in the comments:
Does your baby sleep well while traveling — or is travel sleep always a struggle?




03/18/2026

Traveling With Kids This Spring Break? Save These Sleep Tips ✈️😴

Traveling with babies or toddlers doesn’t have to ruin their sleep.

If you have Spring Break travel plans with kids, save these sleep expert travel tips so your little one sleeps better while you’re away 👇

✨ 5 quick travel sleep tips

1️⃣ Bring a sound machine
White noise helps block hotel and hallway noise. I love the portable LectroFan Kinder.

2️⃣ Plan naps strategically
Use car rides or flights to your advantage so your child still gets rest.

3️⃣ Create darkness
Sleep improves dramatically when the room is dark. The is great for travel, or bring portable blackout shades.

4️⃣ Pack familiar sleep items
Loveys, blankies, and favorite stuffed animals help kids feel safe in new environments.

5️⃣ Hold bedtime boundaries
Late nights may sound fun… but overtired kids = rough mornings for everyone.

✨ Want more sleep tips for traveling with babies and toddlers?
Read the Holiday Travel Tips blog (link in bio) or send me a DM with your travel questions!

👉 Save & share this with a parent traveling soon.




Spring Break Sleep Tips for Kids ✈️🌴 Traveling With Kids Without Ruining Their Sleep ScheduleSpring break around the cor...
03/16/2026

Spring Break Sleep Tips for Kids ✈️🌴 Traveling With Kids Without Ruining Their Sleep Schedule

Spring break around the corner? Spring break vibes… without the sleepless nights? Yes, please. ☀️✈️🌴

Traveling with kids doesn’t have to mean destroying their sleep schedule or dealing with overtired meltdowns halfway through your vacation.

If you’re heading out for spring break travel with babies or toddlers, a little planning can make all the difference.

Whether you’re:
🏖 Beach bound
🚗 Road tripping
🏡 Staying with family

You can absolutely protect your child’s sleep while traveling.

The key? A few simple baby and toddler travel sleep strategies:

✨ Keep a flexible bedtime routine
✨ Bring portable sleep essentials (sound machine, sleep sack, blackout shades)
✨ Prioritize naps when possible
✨ Adjust expectations—but keep just enough structure

These small tweaks help your child sleep better while traveling so everyone enjoys the trip (including you!).

Because the goal of spring break is fun memories — not midnight meltdowns and 5 AM wakeups.

I’m sharing my best sleep tips for traveling with babies and toddlers in my latest blog post.

📲 Tap the link in bio to read the full guide and make travel sleep easier this spring break.

Let’s make this spring break memorable—for the right reasons. 👏





Happy Friday, Mama! ☕💪If motherhood were an Olympic sport, you’d already have the gold. Coffee in one hand, instincts on...
03/13/2026

Happy Friday, Mama! ☕💪

If motherhood were an Olympic sport, you’d already have the gold. Coffee in one hand, instincts on point, pelvic floor holding strong, and self-appreciation slowly but surely rising 😌

Some days feel like a juggling act with no intermission — and if that’s you today, consider this your reminder: you’re doing an incredible job. The mental load, the exhaustion, the endless giving… it all counts, and so do you.

Here’s to strong coffee, trusting your intuition, a supported body, and moments of self-appreciation that don’t require permission. 💛

Know a mom who could use a little encouragement today? Tag her below 👇
Let’s lift each other up.

Toddler Bedtime Battles? Why Getting Out of Bed Is Ruining Sleep (and What to Do Instead)Getting tired of the toddler be...
03/11/2026

Toddler Bedtime Battles? Why Getting Out of Bed Is Ruining Sleep (and What to Do Instead)

Getting tired of the toddler bedtime saga? 😵💫
You’re not alone.

Those “just one more hug” moments…
The sneaky trips out of their room after lights out…
The endless back-and-forth somehow stretches bedtime into a full marathon.

It might feel harmless (or even a little cute), but repeated bedtime disruptions can actually make it harder for your toddler to fall asleep and stay asleep—and leave you running on fumes.

The good news?
👉 There’s a better way to handle toddler bedtime struggles without power battles or guilt.

03/10/2026

Confession time…

I actually tell many of my clients to watch TV before bed.
I know.

Every sleep “expert” on the internet just fainted.

But let’s be real for a minute.

Most of the women I work with are doing all the things.

No screens.
Perfect bedtime routine.
Magnesium.
Meditation.
The expensive cooling mattress.

And yet…
they’re lying in bed wide awake at 2am wondering what they’re doing wrong.

I get it. I’ve been there.

The thing is, the problem before bed usually isn’t the TV.

It’s mental stimulation.

Scrolling Instagram.
Reading the news.
Checking work emails.
Comparing your life to strangers on the internet.

Your brain stays alert and activated.

But sitting on the couch watching a light comedy you’ve seen before?

That can actually help your nervous system downshift.

And here’s something I learned the hard way during my own insomnia years…

When bedtime becomes a strict performance routine, your brain starts treating sleep like a test you might fail.

Pressure + sleep = a terrible combination.

So sometimes the better strategy is actually:

Relax.
Laugh a little.
Watch the DAM show. You deserve it!

Sleep happens when the brain feels safe enough to let go.

Not when we’re trying to be the world’s most perfect sleeper.
Curious…

Do you feel like screens actually make your sleep worse — or is it the scrolling that gets you?

👇 Tell me in the comments.

03/10/2026

Comment PLAN if HRT hasn’t fixed your sleep. I’ll send you info about my process

Listen — hormones absolutely matter for sleep in midlife.

I’m a big believer in HRT.

Estrogen and progesterone play huge roles in sleep physiology. When they decline, we often see things like:

• trouble falling asleep • early morning wakeups • night sweats • that wired-but-tired feeling

But here’s what I see happen all the time.

Women start HRT expecting their sleep to magically resolve… and when it doesn’t, they assume something is wrong with them.

The thing is — sleep issues in midlife are rarely caused by just one thing.

One root cause I see frequently is histamine.

When the gut is inflamed, it can trigger excess histamine production.

And histamine is stimulating to the brain, which means it can lead to:

• nighttime wakeups • anxiety at night • racing thoughts • that 2–3am “wide awake” feeling

Here’s where it gets interesting.

Estrogen can actually increase histamine activity in the body.

So if histamine is already elevated because of gut inflammation…

Adding estrogen can sometimes make symptoms worse.

Not because HRT is “bad.” But because the underlying issue hasn’t been addressed yet.

When we calm gut inflammation and improve histamine clearance, the body can handle estrogen much better — and sleep often improves dramatically.

This is why I always say:

Sleep is neither just your head nor just your body. It is both.

Hormones matter.
But they’re rarely the whole puzzle.
You did all the things… yet sleep still eludes you. It’s not your fault.
If you want to learn more about how I help midlife women uncover the real root causes behind their sleep issues — hormones, gut health, nervous system, and more — DM me PLAN and I’ll share how my process works.

Because testing is always better than guessing.

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