After living on the island of American Samoa for a bit, I moved to Hawaii where I nannied for a newborn that NEVER slept. I had previously nannied for a family who had used a sleep consultant, and I was amazed at everything that was accomplished with a good routine, watching for sleepy cues, and good sleep hygiene. After doing some research, I was able to help my Hawaii nanny baby sleep through the night AND take scheduled naps! Both myself and the parents were thrilled. I moved back to Texas and began to nanny/babysit for new families.

It was then that I realized what a good routine could do for not only parents, but also the care givers. I would find myself babysitting for families and not wanting to return to those that had children that were difficult to put to sleep. After much thought and consideration, I began looking into sleep certification programs so I could help other families and nannies have happy, sleeping children. Not only do the parents and children benefit from great sleep, but also all the friends, babysitters and grandparents who watch these children.

After doing my research, I found Family Sleep Institute and instantly knew I wanted to be a part of their program! I loved their approach, how they did not believe in following a clock but rather sleepy cues. I also liked how they continue to be by your side even after graduation. I was accepted into the program and became a Certified Sleep Coach in July 2020. I have a large range of childhood development course work including, SIDS and SUIDS, sleep issues in children with special needs, childcare, bedtime battles, potty training, parent coaching, as well as working with the entire family to achieve healthy sleep. I am so excited to officially be helping as many families as I can.

While working with my nanny families, I realized there was a great need for postpartum infant care. So many families could benefit from an extra set of hands around the house or watchful eyes on baby at night so they can get a full nights rest. I wanted to offer my services to these new families so they could be the best versions of themselves while entering this new chapter of their lives. I knew with my pediatric sleep background I would be able to offer a helping hand that not only helps today, but down the road with a baby that sleeps soundly. With all my newborn families I offer the advice to help baby get on a good routine and have great sleep hygiene from the beginning. Making life a little smoother for everyone.

When I am not helping families with their newborns, or working with sleep families, I enjoy traveling to new places, performing in musicals, cooking, and taking my sweet Irish Doodle to the park. I continuously pursue ongoing education so that I can give your family the most up to date information about infant and toddler sleep. I am thrilled to welcome you to Little Red's Baby, and I cannot wait to help your entire family get the sleep they all deserve.