Becoming a Sleep Consultant with Jayne Havens

When I asked the Becoming a Sleep Consultant Facebook community for ideas about what I could share on the podcast, people came out of the woodworks to request that I share more client success stories. This recent story is a good one! I was hired by a mom who was 37 weeks pregnant and already had a two year old and four year old at home. The two year old slept great but the four year old was really...

In this episode of the Becoming a Sleep Consultant podcast, we dive into the transformative power of "putting yourself in the right room." I recorded this episode from my hotel room while attending the Birthworker Retreat in Clearwater, Florida, where a community of doulas and sleep consultants, including graduates from the Center for Pediatric Sleep Management (CPSM), came together to inspire and...

In this episode of the Becoming a Sleep Consultant podcast, I dive into a topic inspired by a comment on a recent Facebook post. While someone admired my life and career, it gave me pause and reminded me of the hard work, challenges, and sacrifices that have shaped my journey. I share my personal story, from my stressful career as an event planner to becoming a stay-at-home mom, to launching a bus...

Nas is the Founder of Next Level Up CEO and the Easy Yes Method. Over the last 13 years she’s worked with over 400 coaches, consultants and healers to 2-5x their revenue, and turn strangers and lurkers into premium clients in just seven days. She also happens to be MY business strategist and Business BFF.  On this episode of the Becoming a Sleep Consultant podcast, Nas shares: - How to position yo...

Alanna is a Boston-based mom of two, an occupational therapist, potty training consultant, and certified pediatric sleep consultant through the Center for Pediatric Sleep Management. For over three years, she has been helping families navigate their sleep journeys through her business, Big Picture Sleep Solutions. What began as a side hustle alongside her career as an occupational therapist has no...

As a sleep consultant, you will come up against challenging cases—and that’s OK! This week on the Becoming a Sleep Consultant podcast, I’m sharing a story about parents who pushed back on safe sleep guidelines—something I had never experienced in 12 years of working with families. Navigating this situation tested me in ways I didn’t expect, but it also reinforced how critical it is to: - Stick to...

Ruth's passion for sleep began when she discovered the profound impact healthy sleep habits can have on our lives. As an adult, she recognized the toll that sleep deprivation takes on our well-being, which led her to wonder about its effects on young children. After working in childcare for over 16 years, and with the support of her husband, Ruth decided to shift careers, leave her 9-to-5 job, and...

Abbey is a board certified health & life coach who helps women quiet their inner mean girl and create the habits, the confidence and the life they love. After years of struggling with body image, Abbey decided to stop listening to that negative little voice inside of her head - and it completely transformed her body, her mind and her health. She understands the struggles and pressures that wom...

In this episode of the Becoming a Sleep Consultant podcast, I’m trying something new—recording on the go! Inspired by last week’s guest, Amber Lilyestrom, I reflect on how I designed my sleep consulting business around my dreams. From starting as a stay-at-home mom wanting to feel productive to creating a flexible business that lets me prioritize family and self-care, staying true to my original v...

Amber is a business mentor, branding expert, author and speaker. Her work has been featured by Forbes, Entrepreneur, SUCCESS, mindvalley & Working Mother Magazine. She is the host of The IGNITE Your Dream podcast and author of books Master Your Money Mind and Paddle Home. Amber’s transformational mindset work helps her clients to bring meaningful expansion to their work, creative lives and per...

Allison is “mom” to four fabulous people, now grown. She is running an active Postpartum Doula agency in Austin Texas, working as an independent birth & postpartum doula in Asheville NC, and running a fabulous postpartum doula certification program called ABG doula training. Allison believes that parents can have an easier and happier start with support. She has been blessed to be able to offe...

Brittany is a mom of two, a dedicated nurse practitioner specializing in pulmonary and sleep, and a certified pediatric sleep consultant through CPSM. Her interest in baby sleep took root six years ago with the birth of her son, but it wasn’t until her daughter arrived three years later that she fully immersed herself in understanding infant sleep. Both of Brittany's children struggled with sleep...

In this episode of the Becoming a Sleep Consultant podcast, I sit down with a very special guest: my 12-year-old son, Sid! I thought it would be fun to bring Sid on the podcast to share what it’s like growing up in a household where mom runs a busy sleep consulting business while also trying her best to prioritize being present for the family. Sid shares what he thinks sleep consulting is, his tho...

Have you ever found yourself held back by doubts and limiting beliefs when thinking about starting something new? Maybe you’re considering becoming a sleep consultant but are stuck wondering, “What if I fail? What if I’m not good enough?” In this episode of the Becoming a Sleep Consultant podcast I’m diving into the power of perspective—how flipping the script on your fears and doubts can open up...

Alecia is a certified pediatric sleep consultant, former elementary school teacher, and mom with over a decade of hands-on experience working with children and families. Alecia left her job as an elementary school teacher after the birth of her second child, and a year later decided to enroll in Center for Pediatric Sleep Management. She graduated from the program in January of 2023 and has been w...

Suzie is a certified Positive Discipline Parenting Educator, Certified Child Life Specialist, and Certified Sleep Consultant. She currently serves as a School Counselor for children from infancy to eighth grade, where she coaches teachers, parents, and students. Suzie holds a Master’s degree in Child Life and School Counseling. Her mission is to help parents feel confident in their parenting decis...

Spenser is a certified pediatric sleep consultant and mom of two little boys. For the past ten years she has worked in the luxury events and fashion space. When her first son was born, she became obsessed with sleep training! Excited to share what she learned, she began casually consulting friends and family. After successfully sleep training her second son, she decided to go all-in and get certif...

In this episode of Becoming a Sleep Consultant, host Jayne Havens answers one of the most important questions for anyone looking to start their own business: "What is your number one piece of advice for new entrepreneurs?" The answer may surprise you with its simplicity and power: Just get started! Jayne shares her own personal journey of building her sleep consulting business from scratch, includ...

Sarah is a seasoned healthcare professional, having worked as a registered nurse for 8 years before transitioning to life as a stay-at-home mom and pediatric sleep consultant. Certified by CPSM in 2023, Sarah has been practicing healthy sleep habits with her own children from the start. Her passion for sleep consulting began by informally helping other parents troubleshoot sleep challenges, she lo...

In today’s episode of Becoming a Sleep Consultant, I’m sharing one of my favorite “sleep consulting hacks” that has made a huge impact on my business. Whether you're an experienced sleep consultant or just considering this career path, this quick tip will be invaluable for growing your client base and making your consultations more effective. I’ll walk you through the exact process I use for booki...

A CPSM Graduate Spotlight with Aly Dabbs Alternate Episode Artwork Upload a square image here if you would like to replace the album artwork for this specific episode only Show Notes Please include any show-notes you would like displayed with your episode, including links. Aly lives in the Nashville area with her husband and two young boys. Over the past year, Aly has channeled her passion into be...

Marta is a financial sales professional with over 15 years of experience in the field. When she became a twin Mom, she quickly developed a bit of an obsession with understanding and improving sleep. This personal quest turned into a true passion for helping other families achieve healthy sleep patterns for their babies.  When she enrolled Center for Pediatric Sleep Management, she already was work...

Fresh out of high school, Natalie embarked on a journey as a nanny, fueled by a profound love for children. This passion has taken Natalie across the globe, including France, Switzerland, Puerto Rico, Nicaragua, Guatemala, New York, and Colorado. Throughout these travels, Natalie quickly recognized the critical importance of a predictable routine for young children and the necessity of establishin...

In this short and impactful episode, Jayne shares a powerful lesson she recently learned from watching the Netflix series Selling Manhattan. Drawing inspiration from real estate mogul Ryan Serhant, Jayne emphasizes the importance of committing to excellence in your work rather than solely focusing on marketing. Whether you're a brand new sleep consultant or considering entering the field, this epi...

Emily and Randi are former teachers who have made sleep consulting their full time business! They’ve done it as a team, learned a lot along the way, and now they are here to share their story with you! On this episode of the Becoming a Sleep Consultant podcast, Emily and Randi tell us: - What their business looks like now that they have a full year of experience under their belts - About some of t...