FAQs
We understand that reaching out for help can be a hard decision, and we would like you to have as much information as you need to feel comfortable moving forward with choosing a sleep consultant. Below are our most frequently asked questions.
We believe that a parent’s mental health is just as important as that of the child and the best way to protect the emotional well being of everyone is to deal with all of the issues at hand including: sleep, nutrition,stress, anxiety, fears and emotions. We use our vast experience with our own children (6 between the two of us) and the 15+ years each as Early Childhood Educators and Home Childcare Providers to really connect with each child’s temperament. We encourage parents to respond and attend to their child throughout the whole process.
We work with all age groups including prenatal all the way through to school age.
It is never too early or too late to get started on the path to healthy sleep.
At this age, we are working on establishing healthy sleep and are not sleep coaching. We want to maximize the amount of sleep you and your baby are getting in the first few months after their arrival.
It is never too late to work on sleep. We have years of experience working with toddlers and school age children giving us the ability to work not only with sleep challenges but also behavioural and emotional challenges.
Absolutely! Even with the best of sleepers, there are still bumps in the road. Learning how to tackle these little challenges before they become serious is invaluable!
Ah, the million dollar question! This all depends on which method you choose and how consistent you are implementing it.
Our goal is for you to see major improvements as quickly as possible however, our focus is on you and your child. We want to make sure that you are all adjusting well and comfortable moving through each step. The process can go as fast or as slowly as you need it to go as it is fully customized for your family.
We are only a part of the equation. We will provide you with all the information needed, we will answer all of your questions and we be will with you every step of the way however, if the plan is not implemented or advice not followed, we cannot guarantee success.
Communication will be essential for success. Although we are a quick email away, we are not physically able to be with you as you make this change. Therefore daily communication with detailed information will be our key to understanding exactly what is happening and how we can guide you.
In short, this is not cry it out. We will never ask you to leave your child to cry alone without you there to support them. We want you to respond and attend to your child and we want your child to learn that when they need you, you will be there for them. We also know that crying is your child’s way of communicating which is why looking at the full picture of the child’s 24-hour day is essential to determine what may be contributing to the upset.
We realize that not everyone’s goals are to have their child fall asleep independently. However, it is always beneficial for the whole family to establish healthy sleep habits as soon as possible. Our foundations for healthy sleep will help you understand your child’s sleep and how best to help them.
We work with all parenting styles. Co-sleeping, bed sharing, baby wearing, gentle-no cry approaches. Our program is designed to work for all families.
The support! Our weeks of email and phone support is important in the overall process. We are there to guide you, encourage you and empower you with the confidence to change the way your family sleeps. Our daily communication also enables us to make any necessary tweaks to ensure you and your child are adjusting to all of the changes, and answer any questions you have along the way. You can read our testimonials from our happy and well rested clients here.
Still have questions? Let us answer them with a free 15-minute consultation call.
What our Clients are Saying
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We have been resourcing Elisa from when our son was 15 months to present, 3 years old. Her techniques are extremely supportive and compassionate. She was especially easy to contact and to stay in touch with in the early days, which was very helpful. Within a week our son slept... read more through the night and I was able to wean off breastfeeding. Over time it only got better! Not only is she hilarious and kind, she knows exactly how to tackle any situations we faced. We circled back to her about a year or so later to get help with potty training and toddler behaviours, again she came through with her magic!!! Her advice, tips and tweaks truly worked within days, every single time. She's worth the cost but also now has a social worker on her roster so we're able to use our benefits through work to cover the cost. Thanks sooooo much Elisa, we always love our calls with you and wouldn't hesitate to refer you to all our family and friends!
Brittney Hember
2024-01-29I can't possibly express the gratitude I have for the space that Elisa held for us when our baby was waking up every 1.5 hours. She was thorough, honest, direct, and most importantly respectful of where we were at. The fact that I changed my mind three times during... read more the same conversation did not phase her. She went along with it and encouraged us to do what's best for us. She asked questions and consistently actually listened to our concerns. She made sure we felt comfortable with all our decisions as we went along. She was available at all kinds of hours, guiding us through the process as it was unfolding. She stayed with us throughout the transition even though it took longer, because our guy was older (6 months) and so we had all kinds of stuff come up (like teething and a cold). She is knowledgeable, and yet never pushy. She is thorough, and yet supportive. She is caring and compassionate, and never judgmental. I have nothing but the best things to say about her. In fact, I picked her out of the three I spoke with BECAUSE she could really hear me... Suffice it to say, our baby (and we!) has been sleeping so well since he learned how to self-soothe. I feel so grateful for having so much of my life back -- my bed, my room, my space, my freedom, my peace...my SLEEP! I'm extremely glad we hired her, and I would do it again in a heartbeat! I also highly recommend her to everyone around me...whether you're training a three month old or a toddler -- this is THE person to contact! Truly, there is nothing like a well-rested, predictable baby. Plus their podcast and blog are pretty awesome and informative, too. I've been keeping up with listening or reading, and I've found everything helpful even now, six months later. If you're thinking about calling these people for help, clearly, I couldn't recommend it more. They are simply life-savers! And I'm forever grateful.
Stela Murrizi
2022-01-29My child is still too young for formal sleep training, but Elisa took some time to chat with me, providing reassurance and several concrete suggestions to implement now, before training. Her input was thoughtful, insightful, and caring - she really listened to what I had to say, and provided relevant,... read more realistic ideas and great support!
Alexandra Yarrow
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I cannot say enough about Pam and Restful Parenting. True lifesavers! We will be back for check-ins again I am sure!
Brook Thorpe
2022-01-29Verry comprehensive service. Was attentive to my familly needs. We just liked it.
Audrey Boisvert
2022-01-29Pam and Elisa have been a godsend! After almost losing my mind due to fatigue and frustration from my daughter not sleeping well, I am proud to say that she is now on a schedule that works for us thanks to the help I received from restful parenting! It was... read more a big commitment for my husband and I but so worth it. It’s really nice to have my night time freedom and bed back! The best part is knowing that my little girl is getting the sleep that she needs and thankfully, so are we.
Amanda D
2017-01-29