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This is for the woman who's ready to stop wondering "what if."
Most women who find sleep consulting are in the middle of something that isn't working anymore.
A job that takes everything and gives just enough back to keep you staying. A schedule that belongs to everyone else. A quiet feeling that you're capable of so much more than your current role is letting you show.
Sleep consulting keeps coming up in your search history because it makes sense. You're good with people. You're drawn to helping families. And the idea of building something that actually fits around your life, instead of the other way around, is the thing you can't stop thinking about.
You just need to know it's real. That women actually do this. That there's a path from where you are now to certified, booked, and earning, without it taking years or costing you everything.
That's exactly what we built.
Phase 1: 90 Days to Certified + Confident
In your first 90 days you'll go deep on sleep foundations and work with five real families through our pro bono client program, with mentorship the whole way through. By the time you graduate, "am I ready to charge?" isn't a question anymore. You've already done the work. You already know the answer.
Most sleep certifications stop at the science. We go further. You'll graduate with five real client cases, a 90-day income plan, and a clear path to signing your first paying client, not someday, but within weeks of finishing.
This is where most programs stop.
We're just getting started.
Phase 2: Your 90-Day $5K Sprint
This is where most certifications leave you on your own. We don't. Your $5K Sprint takes everything you just learned and turns it into income, fast. You'll know exactly what to charge, how to find clients, and what to say when they ask "so what do you do?" Most of our students earn back their full investment within 90 days of graduating.
Phase 3: Scale Without Burnout
Once your investment is back in your pocket, we show you exactly how to grow. More clients, more income, fewer hours, and a business that finally fits around your life instead of consuming it. This is the part where the classroom or the 9-5 stops being a safety net and starts being optional.
Certification alone doesn't create income. A complete business system does. That's what we built.
Choose Your Income Path as a Sleep Consultant
Here’s what it looks like when you do.
For the mom who wants to be fully present—but still earn meaningful income.
✔ Work during naps, evenings, or a few focused hours a week
✔ Sign 1–2 clients per week
✔ Build consistent income without taking on a full schedule
5–7 hours/week → $3K–$4K/month
- 2 sleep consulting clients at ~$400–$500 per package
- 3–4 hours a week on client calls + plan creation
- 1–2 hours a week on marketing (posting, answering DMs, networking)
A typical week might look like:
- Step-by-step launch plan so you can start taking your first paying clients without guessing
- Done-for-you sleep intake, contract and other biz templates so you’re not building everything from scratch
- Simple marketing system you can run in 1–2 hours a week
How we help you get here:
For the mom who wants to contribute significantly to her household income—without going back to a full-time job.
✔ 3–4 clients per week
✔ Predictable monthly income
✔ Still flexible, still present
15–20 hours/week → $5K–$7K/month
- 3–4 clients per week (around 12–16 per month) at ~$450–$500 per package
- 10–12 hours a week on client calls, follow-up, and plan tweaks
- 5–8 hours a week on marketing, consults, and simple systems to keep things running
This is the “I’m taking this seriously” season – your sleep consulting income is a big part of the household budget, but you’re still not chained to a 40+ hour workweek.
A typical week might look like:
- Client workflow + systems so you can handle more clients without dropping balls
- Marketing training and plug-and-play templates so you’re not staring at a blank screen
- Business coaching support to refine your offers and pricing as demand grows
How we help you get here:
For the woman ready to replace (or exceed) her corporate income.
✔ Multiple revenue streams
✔ Scalable offers
✔ A real business—not just client work
30–35 hours/week → $8K–$10K+/month
- 2-3 1:1 clients per week (8-12 per month) at ~$650+ per package
- Additional revenue from courses, digital products, or a small team of associate consultants
- 15–20 hours a week on client delivery + leading your team
- 10–15 hours a week on marketing, content, partnerships, and CEO tasks
This is the “I run a real company” stage – you’re earning $10k+ months, your systems are dialed in, and you’re growing something that can eventually run without you doing every single thing yourself.
Approx. $8,000-
$10,000+/month
These examples are for illustration only and based on typical package rates and structures in this industry. Your results will vary depending on your offers, pricing, effort, and many other factors.
A typical week might look like:
- Advanced business strategy support around scaling your offers (groups, digital products, or a small team)
- Systems + onboarding templates so bringing on associate consultants doesn’t feel chaotic
- Marketing + ad trainings to help you consistently bring in new clients and students instead of relying on word of mouth alone
How we help you get here:
"I am so thankful for this experience and in absolute shock over how many families are already on my waitlist. Everything I learned from The Cradle Coach Academy has been priceless, ESPECIALLY regarding the business side of things. I'm a month into my business and have already earned back my initial investment!"
"I doubled my Physical Therapy Assistant salary in my first year of business!"
"I was drawn to TCCA for many reasons.
My favorite part of the program was the hands-on volunteer hours where I worked with families. I was provided with a mentor who reviewed my sleep plans and helped me troubleshoot through these first client experiences.
TCCA provided me with the education, support and feedback I needed to become a successful sleep consultant. In my first year in business I had the opportunity to support over 100 children achieve healthy sleep habits."
"My favorite part of the program was the hands-on volunteer hours where I worked with families."
-Carrilee, Certified Nurse Anesthetist & Owner, Morning Bells Sleep Consultants
-Jessica, Owner of Sleepy Moons Sleep Consulting
Jessica was a Physical Therapy Assistant who doubled her PTA income in her first year as a Sleep Consultant and left her job shortly after graduating to do this full-time.
What you will learn
- The Role of a Sleep Consultant: what sleep training is (and isn’t), when it’s appropriate, and how to navigate common controversies with professionalism.
- Sleep Science: the science of sleep, routines and healthy foundations, sleep environment, emotional needs, and evidence-informed safety and outcomes.
- Healthy Sleep Foundations: major sleep philosophies, how methods differ, and how to choose the right approach for each family based on temperament and parenting style.
- Newborn Sleep Basics: what to expect in the first months, building foundations early, common newborn variables (swaddles, pacifiers, regressions), and what’s normal vs. when to adjust.
Foundations of Pediatric Sleep
section 1
Covers: Role of consultant, sleep science, foundations + newborn basics
- The Breastfeeding Relationship: feeding patterns across the first year, cluster feeding, dream feeds, introducing solids, and the sleep consultant’s role in supporting nursing families.
- Infant & Toddler Nutrition: gut health basics, feeding from milk through solids, common sensitivities, and how nutrition choices can impact sleep quality.
- Sleep + Feeding Integration: how to support families without overstepping scope—what you can address, what to watch for, and when to refer out.
Feeding, Nutrition & the Sleep Relationship
Section two
Covers: breastfeeding, infant/toddler nutrition, and sleep-impacting variables
- Sleep Techniques: detailed explanations of commonly used approaches and how to match the method to the family’s goals, values, and child’s temperament.
- Common Sleep Problems: weaning night feeds (when/how), regressions, illness/teething, pacifiers, sleep associations, and how to troubleshoot without guessing.
- All About Naps: wake windows vs. set schedules, nap transitions, early wakes, and building daytime structure that supports nights.
Sleep Methods, Troubleshooting & Naps
SEction three
Covers: techniques, common challenges, and nap/schedule mastery
- Toddler Sleep: key elements for toddler families, crib-to-bed transitions, climbing out, night terrors/nightmares, boundaries, and big feelings at bedtime.
- Emotional Development: toddler emotional needs, “bucket-fillers,” red flags, and how to support families in a developmentally appropriate way.
- Supporting Ages 2–7: tantrums, boundary-setting, early morning wakings, and the shifts between infant vs. older child support.
- Complex Sleep Scenarios: multiples, prematurity, room sharing, adoption, medical considerations, and when collaboration/referral is needed.
Toddler to Age 7 Support + Complex Cases
Section four
Covers: toddler/preschool sleep, behavior/emotions, and more complex scenarios
- Client Process Roadmap: from inquiry to onboarding, expectations, and red flags—so you can run a consistent, professional client experience.
- Root-Cause Assessment: age-based intake forms, medical considerations, pediatrician approval when needed, and aligning with family philosophy.
- Plan Build + Presentation: a repeatable plan framework (goals, phases, communication) + a confident walkthrough process that empowers parents.
- Follow-Up Support + Boundaries: troubleshooting, support structure, and policies that protect both you and the client.
Client Process + Sleep Plan Delivery
Section five
Covers: Intake → root cause → plan creation → implementation support
- Support 5 Pro-Bono Families: complete the full client process from intake through follow-up to build real-world experience.
- Plan Reviews + Mentorship: receive feedback and guidance on your plans and decisions so you’re not guessing.
- Documentation + Professional Standards: practice staying organized with templates, systems, and communication that builds trust.
- Readiness to Serve Paying Clients: graduate with proven experience and confidence because you’ve done the work—supervised.
Supervised Practicum + Mentorship
Section six
Covers: Supporting 5 pro-bono families from intake to follow-up—with oversight
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"I started reaching out to local mom groups on Instagram, and local professionals. That has been really helpful with getting my name out there."
"I served 74 clients in the first 5 months!"
-- Lexi, Lullaby Lexi Sleep
"Before choosing the program, I did extensive research and I'm really glad I chose TCCA. Having practical experience was very important to me and it allowed me to graduate the program feeling fully prepared."
"I highly, highly recommend The Cradle Coach Academy."
-- Uma, Little Pumpkin Sleep
"I am so thankful for this experience and in absolute shock over how many families are already on my waitlist. I'm a month into my business and have already earned back my initial investment!"
— Jessica, Sleepy Moons Sleep Consulting | Physical Therapist Assistant → Doubled PTA income in first year
Real Results from Real Women
"I made back my investment in the program within one month, and am continuing to grow and learn each day."
— Brittany, Brittany Sheehan Sleep | Corporate → SAHM → Six-Figure Run Rate
"I earned back my investment in just 6 weeks and am on my way to leaving my corporate job for good!"
— Lindsey, Sleepybear Sleep Consulting
“I can’t say enough good things. I had no idea what I was diving into, but I knew I wanted to do it. I felt so supported throughout the process and everyone was so helpful."
— Katy, Well Rested Wee Ones | Pediatric NP → 500K+ Instagram following
"I earned my investment back in just a month."
— Yusra, Finally Asleep | Full-time mom of 3 → 100+ families served in year one
If you want to learn “someday,” this will feel like too much.
You don’t plan to implement after certification.
This is a high-value service business built on competence and trust.
You’re looking for “easy money” or a passive-income shortcut.
We train you to support families professionally—and to refer out when appropriate.
You’re not open to boundaries, ethics, or scope.
Our standard requires application, review, and real-world reps.
You want a certification without practice, feedback, or supervision.
This is not for you if...
This is a high-standard certification—it’s not the right fit for everyone.
You’ll submit work, make revisions, and use support to get better—fast.
You’re serious about turning this into a real business—not just collecting a certification.
You’re willing to practice, get feedback, and learn how to think through nuanced cases.
You’re coachable and willing to practice, get feedback, and earn real confidence.
You’ve helped friends or family informally and you’re ready to turn that instinct into real skill.
You’re already the go-to “sleep friend” (and you’re ready to get properly trained).
You’re not looking for a shortcut. You want to feel confident that what you’re teaching is sound.
You’re passionate about helping families—and you want to do it ethically and confidently.
This is for you if...
You’re ready to learn a high-value skill—and do it the right way.
That’s why our training is led by experienced sleep consultants and supported by a multidisciplinary pediatric faculty—so you’re learning an evidence-informed approach, practicing it with feedback, and developing real-world confidence before you work with paying families.
TCCA was built to solve the biggest problem in sleep consulting education: people finish “certified” but don’t feel ready.
Why Train With The Cradle Coach Academy?
- Multidisciplinary instruction: sleep, pediatrics, lactation, nursing, development, behavior
- Ongoing mentorship + plan review: support that turns learning into skill
- Continuing education culture: expert workshops that keep you current and confident
Led by Marli Klaus, Owner & Lead Mentor, with a structured mentorship team to ensure consistent support and feedback from training through launch.
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Common Questions, Answered:
I have a question...
Pediatric Sleep Consultants earn anywhere from $60-$150/hour and can easily make between $30,000-$150,000+ per year. How much you earn depends on how much work you put in and how many clients you take on. If you're starting your own practice, you'll have the freedom to set your own pricing and hours.
WHAT CAN I EXPECT TO EARN AS A SLEEP CONSULTANT?
You get access to our program, all future updates, 3x monthly Q&A calls, community and continuing education for 12 months. As soon as you enroll, you'll get access to log in and start learning, and to join our community! As your business evolves, your support does too — with ongoing updates and the option to stay in the community after your first year for a low monthly fee.
HOW LONG DO I GET ACCESS?
You can start working with paying clients as soon as you are certified.
Once you've graduated, the growth of your business is up to you. Our realistic goal is for students to earn back their full investment within 90 days of launching. We've had many graduates earn back their full tuition in under 1 month and others in 4-6 months after launching. If they did it, so can you!
HOW QUICKLY ARE GRADS PAYING THEMSELVES BACK?
The program includes 26 total lecture hours, plus hands-on practicum work with volunteer families. Plan for focused, intentional time each week for learning, implementation, and calls. The program is self-paced with 12 months of access so you can move steadily without burning out. Most students complete the program in approx. 90 days while dedicating 4-5 hours per week.
HOW LONG WILL THE PROGRAM TAKE?
Here's exactly what our students are saying
Is it worth it?
We offer flexible payment plans for both programs. We also offer Affirm, Klarna and Afterpay, which allows you to take advantage of either pricing option while spreading payments over time.
Enrollment & Investment
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Join the women above. Get the same proven system that helped Jessica earn $100K in year one, Lexi serve 74 clients in 5 months, and Yusra work with 100 families in her first year while working full-time in corporate.
The Complete Sleep Consultant Certification + Business Accelerator
Your pathway inside TCCA:
Certification → Case Practice → Supervised Practicum (5 families) → 90-Day ROI Sprint → Scale Without Burnout
One Time Payment:$3,900 → $3,400
Want to fast-track while you build?
30 Days of 1:1 Business Launch Support
One Time Payment:$5,500 → $5,000
12 Months Access To:
6-Week Accelerator includes everything inside The Complete Sleep Consultant Certification + Business Accelerator, PLUS:
Upgrade to 6-Week Accelerator
— Molly
"I've officially earned $6,600 in the first 109 days of my business!"
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