Success Stories

Having served families in Minnesota and all over the US, we’d like to share some their success!

They’re experiencing restful, peaceful, full nights of sleep!

Praise for Leann

Minneapolis MN Sleep Consultant. Serving in St. Paul, Minneapolis, Minnesota, and throughout the U.S.!

Leann has enjoyed working with so many families in the Twin Cities and nationwide through her work as a pediatric sleep consultant, postpartum doula, and lactation counselor.

 

Leann has an abundance of compassion, professionalism, and skill in supporting new families as they grow and bond. I have already begun to offer her services in clinic.
–Amy Burt, D.D.F.A.A.P., Park Nicollet Health Services

I wanted to write and say thank you, thank you, thank you so much for your wonderful care and tender guidance in working with us and our daughter.  It has truly been an amazing transition.  We were out of town this weekend and many people asked us if she was a good sleeper and we were able to say “YES” that she sleeps from around 6:30pm-7:00am.  They couldn’t believe it!  It also shocked them that she does not have a pacifier at all and she goes to bed just by laying down!  I think this weekend it really sunk in that without your guidance and support we would not be getting a restful night’s sleep and helping our daughter learn the lifelong skills to be an independent and good sleeper!  I have and will continue to recommend your services to people who I hear are struggling with their little one’s sleep! Please continue with the work that you do — it is amazing and much needed in the community!
— Meghan and Jared, Minneapolis

Our son Sam has not been a good sleeper since we turned his crib into a convertible.  The combination of the freedom to get out of bed and standard child separation anxiety led to more and more wake-ups over time, eventually reaching 5-6 times a night.  We researched, read books, and tried many different things to change his behavior but our efforts were generally inconsistent and did not improve the situation.  Leann was able to devise a structured plan for us based on Sam’s pattern of behavior that was easy for us to execute and more importantly easy for him to understand.  Through a well-communicated system of rewards and consequences, Sam’s nighttime wake-ups pretty much stopped entirely within a week of implementation.  Now, a few weeks in, he has maintained this with very few regressions to his old behavior.  As a result, everyone in the family is happier and more well-rested.  I would recommend Leann for any parent struggling with getting their child to sleep through the night.
— Andrew, Chaska, MN

Leann gave you the feeling that she was spending time and serious thought mulling over the possible causes of your baby’s sleep patterns and gave solid guidance on when to shift gears and try something new. It really is hard to explain to someone how a sleep consultant works and what the benefits are until you go through it yourself.  Now that I have, I will absolutely recommend Leann to friends who may wonder if it’s right for them. I turned around from thinking that I could do it on my own by reading books, to realizing that books can only take you so far, and after a certain point, you gotta call in a professional! And to think this all happened in only a matter of a few weeks…
— Marie and Everett, Minneapolis, MN

It was clear from the start Leann had a significant amount of experience (and success) from which to draw my son’s sleep plan. Nothing was judged, and nothing felt insumountable as soon as we started working together. Getting over that psychological hurdle — from being ready to let my son sleep independently — to having a plan for accomplishing that in a gentle manner that didn’t undo all of the attentive, nurturing parenting that had gone before, was a Godsend. Also, Leann was willing to get started when we were, even though it was the week she and her family were going on vacation. Such selflessness definitely speaks to her true understanding of, and commitment to, the care she provides.
— Johnna, Chicago, IL

Thank you so much Leann for your service. The state of MN is lucky to have you! I searched and searched and there were hardly any options to support parents in our area with sleep training and transitions (apart from a book). Sure, I read a million books and I knew about all the various sleep training methods, but I couldn’t bring myself (or my husband) to do it without knowing everything would be ok. We can’t thank you enough for your help. Our daughter is now on the path to forming healthy sleep habits.
— Sarah, Prior Lake, MN

Leann came recommended to us by a very reputable yoga studio in Minneapolis.  As soon as we met with her, I knew we were going to make progress with our son’s sleep, and we immediately did!  She was able to help us transition him out of our bed, into his own crib and learn to self-soothe himself.  It all happened so quickly.   I was also very pleased with Leann’s approach to our issues, her caring nature, and her communication.  Wonderful experience!
— Sheila, Shorwood, MN

I would highly recommend Leann to anyone that is experiencing sleep challenges at home. We found it extremely helpful for someone to tailor a plan that meets the needs of your child and family, make any necessary adjustments to it and then be there to offer assistance with the challenges that arise. In our house, this was the best decision we could have made!
— Bianca, Chanhassen, MN

Thank you so much–you helped us change our lives for the better and your support made all the difference in keeping us accountable and motivated to make this huge change in our lives. Now we are enjoying the benefits of our evenings free again and happy, rested kiddos!
— Megan, Hallock, MN

My son was adopted at 5 months old, and we have had sleep issues from day one. 

He was very underweight and our pediatrician recommended continuing the night feedings well past his 1st birthday.  Once we stopped that, I could never let him “cry it out” when he woke several times throughout the night, so we struggled to keep him in his own bed and to get him to go to sleep by himself.  I had given up fighting the battle and just assumed my son, who is now 6, would be sleeping with me until he was a teenager. 

I was sceptical that this new plan would work, but I was willing to try and Leann’s confidence was enough for me.  I cannot express how much this has changed a small but incredibly important part of our lives.  I had grown to dread bedtime so much because it was an ugly battle every night that left my son in tears and me in a horrible mood.  We have our bedtime snuggles back and that is a very treasured time for me! 
— Kari P., Shoreview, MN

Leann helped us learn how to be supportive of our child as she learned to soothe herself to sleep.  We discontinued using breastfeeding and rocking as a crutch to encourage her to sleep. By moving up the bedtime and changing the order of her routine we were able to see that she really preferred to start her bedtime much earlier than we had been doing. She is also now getting quality naps at home on the weekends, which she was previously unable to do before developing her ‘sleepy time’ routine.  It was beneficial to learn exactly how much sleep she should be getting during the night and throughout the day when she naps.
— Khara B., Maple Plain, MN

Leann was instrumental in helping our family regain the sleep we were missing or that was being interrupted because of our poor sleeping habits. She helped us put a plan in place that eased our son into good sleeping habits. He now falls asleep on his own and is no longer waking up in the middle of the night thus crawling into our bed.

Thanks to Leann my husband and I are also getting the sleep we need to function during the day. We highly recommend Leann and know that if you put your trust in her you will have a very happy household as well.
— Melissa C., Plymouth, MN

Leann’s open and honest communication style was very much appreciated.  Even though we knew we were the initial people to start this crazy sleep pattern, she didn’t make us feel that. 

We felt supported right from the beginning. I wouldn’t change a thing….thanks to her we’re all sleeping again!
–Jennie F., Fairbault, MN

 Leann was a huge help to us in so many ways.  As new parents, we were in need of some coaching and with twins an extra set of caring hands was wonderful.  

Leann was flexible and insightful when some unexpected health issues arose.  She was great at showing us how to swaddle and how to put our girls to sleep.  Many of the skills Leann imparted to us during the first few months home continue to serve us well.  

We definitely have recommended her services to others who are expecting or are new parents.
–Ingrid and Mike, Eden Prairie, MN

Praise for Dana

Infant and Baby Sleep Coach
My experience with Dana has changed my life, I have time for myself, and my son sleeps! He finally sleeps overnight without nursing, in his room, and in his crib. Dana saved my and my partner’s sanity! She was amazing, so supportive and helpful. During the first night, she was there, texting me and giving me support. She is wonderful. I could not have done this without her, I am so grateful for her.

— Melissa, Philadelphia, PA

 

I think our child is much happier after making so much progress with our sleep training with Dana. It has given us more time and freedom with our own room back (before she was sleeping in a crib in our room). Working with Dana has given us confidence. Great service and persistence in keeping us on track. We would naturally want to veer off course when we hit a bump in the road but Dana guided us back every time.
— Allie, Philadelphia, PA
 
Oh my goodness!! My kids are happier! My husband is happier! We have our evenings together again. We can SLEEP! We have a schedule that we understand and love. I can see the signs of sleepiness much better now and understand the value of the routine. Dana was so understanding of how hard it was but also how rewarding it would be. She encouraged us to stay on track and reminded us to fill out the sheet or tighten up the timing, without being condescending or invasive. It was a joy to work with her and will recommend this to every parent I know. WE HAVE OUR BED BACK!
— Jackie, Atlanta, GA

Praise for Carin

Infant and Baby Sleep Coach

“We have a one-year-old boy! He is amazing and we want the best for him. Unfortunately, after getting sick he developed a significant sleep regression. We were lucky enough to have a friend that referred us to Leann, Carin and the Tender Transitions’ team. We had a great experience and we are all now sleeping through the night. We can’t say enough great things about Carin and the plan we received! Thank you again for everything!”
-Ana and Brent

“Our daughter’s ability to learn how to nap in her crib has been a total game-changer in terms of what our days look like. It is so much easier to get little things done. And her nights are also really good. We can think more clearly and are in better moods. We felt like Carin was very understanding and empathetic to our concerns and questions and because of her, We are significantly more well-rested.”
-Emily and Tanner

Prior to starting sleep training with you we were very worried about his ability to self-sooth and his development because of lack of sleep. Not only was he tired but so were we. We knew he needed consistency and that was going to be a big part of the process, but learning to provide more structure with attention to his wake window and use of the sleep/wake lights has really been eye-opening. Thanks so much! We have a rested, happy toddler and our sanity has been restored!”
 – Dave and Bre
 
With Carin’s plan and guidance, our daughter now falls asleep by herself in her own bed within a few short minutes of us tucking her in and she is sleeping through the night!! We still have the occasional middle of the night wake up, but that is rare and when it happens she walks back to her bed, crawls in, and goes back to sleep on her own.
Not only are we all sleeping better but my husband and I have time back in the evening to spend with each other, get a quick work out in, prep for the next day, or just relax.
Thank you Carin and Tender Transitions for your plan and guidance. It was amazing to see how quickly our daughter responded to the plan and we now have tools to address future sleep issues should they come up. Thank you!!”
 – Heather & Aaron
 
“Our almost-4-year-old was awake for 2-3 hours every night in the middle of the night and we were exhausted; we knew it was time for a sleep coach! We hired Carin and 3 weeks later we have seen HUGE improvements! Priya is now going to sleep without much fuss and almost sleeping entirely through the night. Priya has some special circumstances being adopted and having strong attachments to us that we wanted to honor. Carin took those into consideration and was respectful of what Priya needed to still feel safe and secure. We are so grateful for the help we received and wish we would have hired Carin sooner!”
 – Tessa & Charlie
 

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