The Baby Sleep Plan - by Rebecca Michi (Paperback)

About the Book

"If there's one thing every parent knows--it's that you can't talk your baby into falling asleep. The Baby Sleep Plan is a confident approach to teaching your child the skills to not only get themselves to sleep but stay asleep throughout the night"--Back cover.

Book Synopsis

A supportive, sustainable baby sleep plan for sleep-deprived parents

If there's one thing every parent knows--it's that you can't talk your baby into falling asleep. The Baby Sleep Plan is a confident approach to teaching your child the skills to not only get themselves to sleep but stay asleep throughout the night.

The Baby Sleep Plan gives you the lowdown on transitioning to sleep training, such as phasing out naps and pulling back on nighttime feedings. Proven strategies for baby sleep training, like the 3-night Cry-It-Out Method and soothing Michi Method, will teach your child to fall asleep independently, and proven techniques will help you create a comforting nighttime routine for your baby that fits into your schedule.

The Baby Sleep Plan includes:

• From A to Zzzz--Exercises, meditations, journal prompts, and real-life stories will help you navigate your baby's sleep needs, decide when to get started, manage bumps in the road, and more.
• Self-care for sleep trainers--Check in with yourself daily using self-care ideas, perfect for whenever you need a small break from your little one, including insight on topics like postpartum depression, setting boundaries, and different parenting styles.
• Sustained slumber--Keep your child sleeping soundly with baby sleep tips and tricks for training on-the-go, how to adapt a plan for your growing baby, solutions for siblings who have sleepless nights, and more.

With the tips and tricks in The Baby Sleep Plan, you can say goodbye to sleepless nights and hello to a happy and healthy independent sleeper.

Review Quotes

"I've known and worked with Rebecca Michi for years. She's my sleep specialist of choice for many reasons, but mainly because she gives sensible advice that families can implement without losing their minds. Outside of work, I even send my own friends to her when they need assistance. This book will prove to be invaluable as you navigate this new world of sleep as a parent." --Jamie Grayson, baby gear and juvenile industry expert

"Lack of sleep is one of the most challenging issues that new parents will experience, but understanding how to help your baby sleep better is something that can be really confusing with all the conflicting advice that is out there. What I love about Rebecca's book is her down-to-earth, gentle, one size does NOT fit all approach to sleep training. With years of experience and knowledge, she guides you with easy to follow strategies to help you establish a sleep routine that is perfect for your child's individual needs. I highly recommend this book to all my new moms and dads!" --Shari Criso RN, CNM, IBCLC, founder of My Baby Experts and author of Simply Breastfeeding (www.simplybreastfeeding.com)

"The wisdom and experience of Rebecca, available in an accessible format to reference easily, is a game changer. It builds confidence for parents, with realistic expectations and strategies that work, without compromising their values of connection in their family. I'm so glad this invaluable resource is available!" --Jessica Martin-Weber, creator, owner, writer, speaker (TheLeakyBoob.com)

About the Author

Rebecca Michi is a children's sleep consultant and founder of Slumber Academy, a website that shows parents how to sleep train their children gently. She has more than 25 years of experience working with families and more than a decade specializing in children's sleep. Rebecca also speaks nationally at parenting conferences, workshops, and classes.