Feel like you’re not “business-minded”? That you’ll be great at supporting families and coaching, but freeze when it comes to things like marketing, pricing, or finding clients?

You’re not alone, and you’re not bad at business. You’ve just never had someone break it down in a way that actually makes sense for your life.

In this episode, Marli walks you through:

This one’s for the woman who wants to help families, have more freedom, and finally feel confident running her own business — without becoming someone she’s not.

Grab our Ultimate Guide to Becoming a Pediatric Sleep Consultant — it’s free and breaks down exactly what this path could look like for you (and how to make it happen).
👉 https://thecradlecoachacademy.com/ultimate-guide

If you’ve been dreaming about becoming a sleep consultant but keep getting stuck on the thought:

“Why would anyone hire me when I’m brand new?”

…this episode is for you.

That “newbie fear” is completely normal — but it doesn’t have to keep you from starting. In fact, at The Cradle Coach Academy, we’ve built a process that helps you step into your new career already armed with experience, results, and credibility.

Here’s the secret: before you even graduate, you’ll work with five real families as volunteer clients. You’ll get hands-on practice solving real sleep challenges and collect five glowing testimonials you can use to attract paying clients from day one.

In this episode, I’m sharing:

If you’re stuck wondering whether you can be successful in this work, this episode will help you see exactly how we set our students up for success — before they even launch.

🎥 Ready to learn more about becoming a sleep consultant? Watch our free bite-sized video series that walks you through everything you need to know → [LINK]

Accreditation isn’t just a fancy stamp of approval — it’s a deep, challenging process that ensures your training truly prepares you for the work you’ll do with families.

In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on what it took for The Cradle Coach Academy to gain approval from the Newborn Care Specialist Association (NCSA) for our NCS program and from the International Association of Professional Sleep Consultants (IAPSC) and the International Association for Complementary Therapists (IAOTH) for our Sleep Consultant certification.

You’ll hear:

If you’re considering training as a newborn care specialist or sleep consultant, this episode will give you the insight you need to choose a program that sets you up for long-term success.

Resources & Links:
📚 Enroll in our NCSA-approved Newborn Care Specialist Program → https://thecradlecoachacademy.com/newborn-care-specialist
💤 Learn more about our accredited Sleep Consultant Certification → https://thecradlecoachacademy.com/

Burnout isn’t a maybe — it’s a when if you don’t build your business with sustainability at the center.

Whether you’re a sleep consultant, newborn care specialist, or parent coach, (or aspiring one!) this episode is your roadmap to doing meaningful, impactful work without burning yourself into the ground.

Marli shares real strategies and boundary-setting practices that will help you structure your business around your life (not the other way around). These are the same tools she’s taught to hundreds of postpartum professionals inside The Cradle Coach Academy — and today, she’s walking you through how to implement them, too.

Inside this episode:

Ready to learn more about becoming a sleep consultant? Get instant access to our Exit Plan Blueprint to learn more about what this looks like at www.thecradlecoachacademy.com/video-series

What happens when a burned-out educator turns her postpartum struggle into a thriving business? In this episode, Marli chats with Teal Chalek — a Cradle Coach Academy graduate and founder of Roots of Reverie — about her transition from special education to sleep consulting, how she went from zero to six clients in two weeks (without relying on social media), and what it really takes to build a business that supports your life and your family.

This is for the mom mapping out her next move — and the aspiring or new consultant who needs to hear this: showing up consistently will pay off, even when the progress feels quiet at first.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

Connect with Teal:
🌿 roots of reverie website
📱 Instagram: @roots.of.reverie

Mentioned in the Episode:
🎓 Learn more about The Cradle Coach Academy → www.thecradlecoachacademy.com

In this episode, Marli reveals the true requirements for building a successful sleep consulting business. Spoiler alert: it’s not what you think!

While many women believe they need healthcare or childcare experience to succeed, Marli shares what actually determines success in this field. She breaks down the two critical elements that separate thriving sleep consultants from those who struggle, and explains why your background matters far less than these essential qualities.

In this comprehensive episode, Marli breaks down the five critical factors you need to evaluate before pursuing a career in sleep consulting. She shares her personal journey from corporate burnout to building a thriving sleep consulting business and explains what it really takes to succeed in this field. If you’ve been wondering whether sleep consulting could be your path to freedom and fulfillment, this episode will help you make that decision.

Our Support+ Mentorship Track Sleep Consultant Certification program is currently open for enrollment and we are accepting applications. Apply now to snag one of the 5 available spots!

https://thecradlecoachacademy.com/apply

In this episode, we sit down with Leslie, a Cradle Coach Academy graduate who successfully transitioned from being a stay-at-home mom for six years to building a thriving sleep consulting business. Leslie shares her unique journey, valuable sales insights from her corporate background, and how she built a successful local business without relying heavily on social media.

Connect with Leslie on Instagram @bedtimeblueprints or on her website at https://www.bedtimeblueprints.com/

Chat with Marli or our graduate, Michelle, to talk about whether The Cradle Coach Academy is a good fit for you: https://calendly.com/d/cq5f-5rq-mx2/sleep-consultant-interest-strategy-call

Register for our free 90-Day Blueprint Training: https://thecradlecoachacademy.com/video-series

In this episode, Marli discusses why traditional marketing approaches often fall flat for sleep consultants and why focusing on relationship-based marketing leads to more success and less stress. She shares practical strategies for building genuine connections with clients and other professionals in the parenting space to grow a sustainable sleep consulting business.

Listen to last week’s episode on building the Know, Like and Trust Factor for Sleep Consultants: www.thecradlecoachacademy.com/podcast-1/49

Learn more about becoming a sleep consultant with a relationship-focused approach at thecradlecoachacademy.com/video-series

Schedule a call directly with Marli or with The Cradle Coach Academy Sleep Consultant graduate, Michelle: https://calendly.com/d/cq5f-5rq-mx2/sleep-consultant-interest-strategy-call

In this episode, Marli explores why the “know, like, and trust factor” is amplified tenfold for professionals working with families during vulnerable postpartum and early childhood periods. She breaks down each component and provides practical strategies for building them into your business approach, whether you’re already established or just starting out.

Learn more about becoming a sleep consultant with a relationship-focused approach at thecradlecoachacademy.com/video-series

Schedule a call with Marli or TCCA graduate, Michelle, to discuss if The Cradle Coach Academy is right for you: https://calendly.com/d/cq5f-5rq-mx2/sleep-consultant-interest-strategy-call