Newborn Sleep Foundations: A Class for Expecting & New Parents
Taught by Gwen Grigsby, LMFT, Certified Pediatric Sleep Consultant
Whether you’re preparing for your baby’s arrival or already navigating the early weeks, sleep can feel like one of the most overwhelming parts of new parenthood. There’s so much advice out there–some of it conflicting–and it’s hard to know what’s truly helpful. This class is here to cut through the noise. Taught by Gwen Grigsby, LMFT and Certified Pediatric Sleep Consultant, you’ll get clear, evidence-based guidance on what infant sleep really looks like in the first few months, and how to support it in a way that’s gentle, flexible, and aligned with your baby’s development. You won’t get rigid rules or unrealistic promises–just practical tools, encouragement, and a chance to tune into your instincts with more confidence.
What We’ll Cover:
- Why sleep matters
- The basics of infant sleep
- Setting you and baby up for success
- How to support healthy sleep habits
- Common challenges & transitions
- Gentle approaches & sleep shaping tools
- Followed by a Q&A
Gwen Grigsby, LMFT, Certified Pediatric Sleep Consultant
Hi, I’m Gwen Grigsby–a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Certified Pediatric Sleep Consultant, and mom of two. I specialize in supporting families
through every stage of early sleep–prenatal, newborn, infant, and toddler–using an attachment-based, developmentally informed approach that nurtures both independent sleep and secure attachment.
As a therapist, I’ve seen how profoundly sleep deprivation affects new parents–it can heighten anxiety, strain relationships, and make even the simplest moments feel overwhelming. My goal is to help families shift that experience by sharing the science of sleep, offering gentle, developmentally appropriate guidance to shape healthy sleep habits from the start, and equipping parents with tools that support their baby’s growing sleep independence in ways that feel manageable and aligned with their values.
I hold a Master’s in Marriage and Family Therapy and run a private practice grounded in attachment theory and emotionally focused therapy. I view the family as a deeply interconnected system, where each member’s well-being influences the whole. In my sleep consulting work, I believe that sleep can be both child-attuned and parent-led–and I love creating personalized sleep solutions while emotionally supporting families through the implementation process. Even with all the information, sometimes having someone walk with you through the process can make all the difference.
My own journey into sleep education began during my first pregnancy, when my sister–a seasoned mom of three–encouraged me to start early. With her support (and a stack of well-loved sleep books!), I found confidence and calm in those foggy early months. I only wish I’d had a prenatal or postnatal sleep class to help lighten the load and ease the learning curve! That knowledge helped me feel more grounded as a mom, partner, and professional–and eventually led me to become a trusted resource for other families seeking clarity, rest, and connection.
This season of early parenting is tender, vulnerable, and deeply meaningful. It is a true honor to walk alongside families during this time–to be a source of steadiness, encouragement, and practical support. You deserve rest. You deserve support. And I’m so grateful to be part of your journey!
Taught by Gwen Grigsby, LMFT, Certified Pediatric Sleep Consultant
Whether you’re preparing for your baby’s arrival or already navigating the early weeks, sleep can feel like one of the most overwhelming parts of new parenthood. There’s so much advice out there–some of it conflicting–and it’s hard to know what’s truly helpful. This class is here to cut through the noise. Taught by Gwen Grigsby, LMFT and Certified Pediatric Sleep Consultant, you’ll get clear, evidence-based guidance on what infant sleep really looks like in the first few months, and how to support it in a way that’s gentle, flexible, and aligned with your baby’s development. You won’t get rigid rules or unrealistic promises–just practical tools, encouragement, and a chance to tune into your instincts with more confidence.
What We’ll Cover:
- Why sleep matters
- The basics of infant sleep
- Setting you and baby up for success
- How to support healthy sleep habits
- Common challenges & transitions
- Gentle approaches & sleep shaping tools
- Followed by a Q&A
Gwen Grigsby, LMFT, Certified Pediatric Sleep Consultant
Hi, I’m Gwen Grigsby–a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Certified Pediatric Sleep Consultant, and mom of two. I specialize in supporting families
through every stage of early sleep–prenatal, newborn, infant, and toddler–using an attachment-based, developmentally informed approach that nurtures both independent sleep and secure attachment.
As a therapist, I’ve seen how profoundly sleep deprivation affects new parents–it can heighten anxiety, strain relationships, and make even the simplest moments feel overwhelming. My goal is to help families shift that experience by sharing the science of sleep, offering gentle, developmentally appropriate guidance to shape healthy sleep habits from the start, and equipping parents with tools that support their baby’s growing sleep independence in ways that feel manageable and aligned with their values.
I hold a Master’s in Marriage and Family Therapy and run a private practice grounded in attachment theory and emotionally focused therapy. I view the family as a deeply interconnected system, where each member’s well-being influences the whole. In my sleep consulting work, I believe that sleep can be both child-attuned and parent-led–and I love creating personalized sleep solutions while emotionally supporting families through the implementation process. Even with all the information, sometimes having someone walk with you through the process can make all the difference.
My own journey into sleep education began during my first pregnancy, when my sister–a seasoned mom of three–encouraged me to start early. With her support (and a stack of well-loved sleep books!), I found confidence and calm in those foggy early months. I only wish I’d had a prenatal or postnatal sleep class to help lighten the load and ease the learning curve! That knowledge helped me feel more grounded as a mom, partner, and professional–and eventually led me to become a trusted resource for other families seeking clarity, rest, and connection.
This season of early parenting is tender, vulnerable, and deeply meaningful. It is a true honor to walk alongside families during this time–to be a source of steadiness, encouragement, and practical support. You deserve rest. You deserve support. And I’m so grateful to be part of your journey!
