Maternity & Postpartum Sleep Consultant Certification

In our newest course you will learn how to support women during two of the most important periods in their life-pregnancy and postpartum. As a maternity and postpartum sleep consultant you will have the experience and knowledge to lead women to better and more restful sleep through one-on-one coaching and beyond! Our course is one of the only certifications programs available that works with this demographic and teaches students how to support women in these stages.

Offered as both a self-paced and live program, this 10-12 week program includes 8 in-depth modules, a hands-on learning component, and on-going mentorship!

Applications for our next live class are open! Our live (online) class starts 9/24 at 12pm EST *Live class open to 10 total students

Enrollment for our self-paced course opens 10/1

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What will I learn?

In this module we cover what it looks like to work as a maternity and postpartum sleep consultant, the importance of supporting women during pregnancy and postpartum, how to approach sleep consulting holistically, and what your role looks like once you start working in this field!
In this module we take a deep dive into the science of sleep which includes everything from sleep cycles and stages to hormones, biological changes in pregnancy and postpartum, and more. We will also review some of the negative effects that sleep deprivation has on pregnant women specifically as well as women in postpartum stages and how important it is to ensure women are getting adequate sleep for their own health + the health of their baby
In this module we will thoroughly review some of the most common sleep challenges during pregnancy period broken down by trimester. This module also covers some of the most common symptoms of pregnancy and how they affect sleep such as: heartburn, restless leg syndrome, nausea, back/hip pain, and more. You will walk away from this module with an in-depth understanding of challenges women face in pregnancy and postpartum and why sleep deprivation is so prevalent.
In this module we review the sleep challenges within the 4th trimester specifically as well as the entire year to follow for mom. We also cover things that will help women manage these challenges and how to help them get more restful sleep in this stage while caring for their baby.
In modules 3/4 we reviewed some of the most common sleep disturbances and challenges and in this module we review in more depth how to help women experiencing these symptoms + additional ways to support women in these stages. This includes some of the foundational elements such as routine, schedules, sleep environment, and more! We will also review some relaxation techniques and natural remedies to help women relax and prepare for sleep
This entire module is dedicated to covering the very important topic of postpartum mental health and specifically reviewing postpartum depression, anxiety, and other disorders that can arise in this stage. We will also cover the role of a partner and importance of community support in this stage and how we as professionals can encourage that
In this module we introduce you to the business of maternity and postpartum sleep consulting and some of the basics of building your practice in this field. This includes everything from setting up your offerings and support packages, to pricing your services and everything in between!
In this final module we will review how to work with your ideal clients, where to find your clients, and how to market your services/business. This module focuses primarily on building up your clientele and how to effectively share with the world that you are available and ready to support women and lead them to better sleep!

Why maternity/postpartum sleep consulting?

If you have been pregnant or know someone who has been, you are likely aware that quality sleep is not something that is experienced often in this stage- and unfortunately the same is true for the postpartum period. In both of these stages, so much attention and emphasis is placed on the baby (as it should), but the mother’s health is often overlooked, especially once their child is born. This is a problem, not only because it can have so many physical and negative health affects for women, but studies upon studies show that it can also negatively affect the baby, even when in the womb!

This is why it is so important that women are supported and educated around ways to get healthier sleep during pregnancy and postpartum, which ultimately helps the entire family unit! Additionally, there is a lack of education and resources provided from medical providers to women in these stages, leaving them to deal with sleep deprivation on their own. As a maternity and postpartum sleep consultant, you have the ability to help women get better sleep through one-on-one coaching, digital resources, community support, and more! This can be life changing for those that are struggling throughout their pregnancy and in the postpartum stage and for YOU as you have the ability to support women while building a rewarding career!

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The details…

Our maternity class is offered as both a live and self-paced program. Both classes follow the same curriculum and practicum hours structure within each module. Each program contains 8 easy to follow modules consisting of in-depth curriculum, quizzes to test your knowledge of each concept, and videos.

Please read below for the difference between the live and self-paced program

Live training components:

8 easy to follow modules inside the student portal
Quiz in each module to test knowledge of subjects
Live meeting (online via zoom) 12-13/2pm EST each week for 8 consecutive weeks
Individual and group mentorship during training and 4 weeks immediately following graduation
25 required practicum hours done via recorded consultations and live observation

*Our live training is only open to 10 total students

Self-paced training components:

8 easy to follow modules inside student portal
Quiz in each module to test knowledge of subjects
Video to watch back inside student portal
Group mentorship following graduation
25 required practicum hours done via recorded consultations and live observation

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About your instructor

Rachel is the founder of My Sweet Sleeper & Sweet Sleep Academy, a certified Pediatric & Maternity Sleep Specialist, former night nanny, and mom of seven (4 births and 3 bonus kiddos). Rachel launched My Sweet Sleeper shortly after having her first son in 2010, once she realized how little support was offered to families struggling with sleep deprivation.

Since starting My Sweet Sleeper, Rachel has worked with thousands of families all over the world and has had the rewarding experience of helping families get adequate rest. Her company has grown from offering in-home individual sleep consultations, to creating online courses and guides, and writing for major publications such as Motherly, The Bump, The Wall Street Journal, and The Huffington Post, as well as becoming a published author.

In 2019, Rachel discovered an additional passion-teaching others how to work in this field and make an impact by leading families to better sleep. That's when she decided to build and launch her own certification program , and pass on her 10+ years of expertise in this field to future sleep consultants through her online certification program.

In addition to her professional experience she holds a degree in interdisciplinary studies with an emphasis in human and child development from Umass Amherst. She resides just outside of Boston with her husband and children and enjoys running, cooking, and exploring new ways to manage the chaos that comes with a large family.

What is the cost?

The total cost for the maternity and postpartum sleep consultant certification is $2800 total including all curriculum, practicum hours, and mentorship following graduation. The cost for the self-paced program is $2400.

You are required to take a certification renewal course every three years in order to stay active in your certification which is a weekend course and costs $250 total.

The tuition cost can be broken up into a six or nine month payment plan, and upon acceptance, a deposit will be required to secure your spot.

Remember this is an investment in your future and MOST consultants make this back within the first six months of working in this profession!

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FAQ’s

Nope! While having some experience and knowledge of pregnancy and postpartum is helpful (even if it is your own) it is not required! Our course walks you through each stage in depth to give you a comprehensive understanding of the curriculum taught so you feel prepared to work in this field!
The awesome thing about this profession is that the income potential isn't capped and really does reflect the work you put into it. Consultants can earn anywhere between $65-$150/hour depending on experience and in some cases more!
Yes! In fact most of our students do have other jobs while going through our courses. The self-paced course is designed specifically for those that have other commitments and need to work through the curriculum at their own pace. Aside from the weekly live lecture, the live training is also flexible and you can work this around your existing schedule.
No! While starting your own business IS something we will teach you how to do, it is definitely not a requirement and a lot of consultants use their training and apply it to their existing profession or work for another consultancy on their team.

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Step 1

Do you research about our program! (Read the website, read the reviews, and make sure it aligns with your beliefs)
Step 2

Fill out an application (live course only). Connect with on of our enrollment coordinators.
Step 3

Register and get started on your journey to becoming a sleep consultant!