Nested Sleep

Nested Sleep Holistic family sleep consulting for babies and children ages 0-18 years.

In today’s guest blog, perinatal and couples therapist Jacqueline Laurenzi Counseling shares something so many parents ...
04/17/2026

In today’s guest blog, perinatal and couples therapist Jacqueline Laurenzi Counseling shares something so many parents feel, but don’t always say out loud:

When sleep improves, space opens up.

Space to talk.
Space to reconnect.
Space to feel like yourselves again.

Because when you’re no longer surviving broken nights, you have the capacity to show up differently for your partner, your family, and yourself.

With a background in perinatal mental health and couples counseling, Jackie supports families through the emotional transitions of parenthood & helping them rebuild connection during seasons that can feel overwhelming.

And what we both see, over and over again, is this:

Better sleep doesn’t just change your child’s nights… it can change your relationship.

✨ more meaningful conversations
✨ more patience
✨ more connection

You don’t have to stay stuck in survival mode.

If you’re ready for better sleep and more connection at home, you’re in the right place. 🤍

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May is officially open for sleep support 🤍If you’ve been telling yourself “we’ll figure it out soon”… this is your sign....
04/13/2026

May is officially open for sleep support 🤍

If you’ve been telling yourself “we’ll figure it out soon”… this is your sign.

Because here’s the truth: better sleep doesn’t just happen, it’s something we create with the right plan, support, and consistency.

Whether you’re dealing with frequent night wakings, short naps, early mornings, or just feeling completely stuck… you don’t have to keep guessing your way through it.

Give me two weeks, and I’ll help you get a well-rested child and a more peaceful bedtime.

Spots for May are limited and tend to fill quickly so if this is the month you’re ready for change, now is the time to get started.

✨ Evidence-based
✨ Responsive + supportive
✨ No one-size-fits-all plans

Send me a DM or head to the link in my bio to book your May sleep support 🤍

When can kids start using a pillow? 🤔It’s one of those sleep questions parents don’t always think about… until their tod...
03/18/2026

When can kids start using a pillow? 🤔

It’s one of those sleep questions parents don’t always think about… until their toddler starts sleeping on a stuffed animal, blanket, or their own arm.

According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, pillows should be avoided during the first year of life due to safety concerns. For many kids, a pillow isn’t introduced until 18 months–3 years old.

But here’s the key:

✨ Not every child needs a pillow right away.
Sleep position, body proportions, and spinal alignment all play a role.

I recently partnered with a local chiropractor at to share guidance on:

• when to introduce a pillow
• how sleep position affects pillow needs
• what to look for when choosing one

Swipe through for the quick guide →

And save this post for when your toddler transitions to a big kid bed!

As a parent you often here of times when you may want to consider sleep training, but you rarely here if when NOT to sle...
03/16/2026

As a parent you often here of times when you may want to consider sleep training, but you rarely here if when NOT to sleep train!

Here are a few red flags of when to stop and consider if now is the right time:

😴Snoring, mouth breathing, restless sleep- all signs of obstructive sleep apnea which should be explored with your child’s provider prior to treating sleep behaviorally

✈️ Upcoming travel- if you have an extended trip to Europe then sleep training while you are away is not a good plan! But you can benefit from chatting with a sleep consultant prior to your trip and then starting more formal sleep training upon the return.

🤧Sick baby or child- If your child is currently sick then you’ll want to wait until they are healthy again before you start sleep training. If an illness occurs during sleep training though you typically can continue sleep training with minor modifications (some benefits to working with a sleep consultant to help navigate)

When the time is right, I’ll be right there with you to make your nest a rested one!

03/13/2026

Episode 2 of The Nested Parent Mini Series: Sleep training in the toddler years with .mom.life is now live!

At 12 months they were dealing with:

• Night wakings
• Schedule confusion
• Nap transitions
• Overtired cycles

And a lot of second guessing.

Sleep doesn’t automatically fix itself at one year. But it also doesn’t require starting from scratch.

In this episode, we talk about:

✨ Resetting expectations
✨ Creating consistency
✨ And building skills that last

If you have a 12–18 month old and feel stuck, this conversation will hit home.

Click the link in my bio to listen or DM me PODCAST and I’ll pop it directly to you!

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🌧️ April showers bring… May sleep. 😴If your nights have been full of wake-ups, long bedtimes, or early mornings, this is...
03/12/2026

🌧️ April showers bring… May sleep. 😴

If your nights have been full of wake-ups, long bedtimes, or early mornings, this is your sign to start now. The families who begin sleep support in April will be the ones enjoying restful nights by May.

Sleep isn’t about luck, it’s about the right plan for your child and support for you along the way.

Inside my 1:1 sleep support, we’ll:

✨ Create a personalized plan for your child
✨ Troubleshoot naps, night wakes, and early mornings
✨ Support you step-by-step so you’re never guessing

Give me two weeks, and I’ll help you build the foundation for a well-rested child (and parents who finally sleep again).

April sleep support spots are now open.

Let’s make May the month your whole family sleeps better. 🌙

🔗 Apply for sleep support through the link in my bio.

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03/10/2026

Spring break is closer than you think… ☀️

If we start this week, your child could be sleeping independently and sleeping through the night by the time spring break arrives.

Most families see huge changes in about two weeks with the right plan, the right schedule, and real support along the way.

No guessing.

No trying every sleep tip on the internet.

Just a clear, evidence-based plan that works for your child and your family.

Give me two weeks, and I’ll give you a well-rested kid.

Ready to start? Let’s do this.

🔗 Apply for sleep support through the link in my bio to book your discovery call.

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