Golden Slumbers - Jennifer Heger
Baby, Toddler and Child Sleep Consultant
Helping You Navigate the Rough Seas of Sleepless Nights
Jennifer Heger, Pediatric Sleep Specialist
Parenting can be hard. Between the joys of the first smiles and milestones, there's the exhaustion, confusion, and the overwhelming feeling of wanting to do it all perfectly.
Sleep seems to be a universal challenge, and with advice from every direction, it can feel impossible to navigate.
You're not alone in this, and what you desire - great naps and a good night's sleep for both you and your little one—is more than justified.
At Golden Slumbers, I’m here to guide you towards that peaceful night's rest.
She put together a plan we were comfortable with
“Our son had always been a good sleeper until we experienced our first sleep regression at 5 months old. He went from sleeping through the night to waking up multiple times. After 3 weeks of him waking up every single night, we decided we were ready to do something to help him sleep again. That’s when we got in touch with Jen. During our consultation, she asked about our sleep goals as well as what style of sleep training we would be most comfortable with. She discussed the pros and cons of each and put together a plan that we were comfortable with. Jen made herself available for questions and provided great feedback and support as we implemented the plan. Within a week, our son was sleeping through the night again. An added bonus was his improved daytime napping (something he had never been good at.) I would recommend Jen to anyone looking for help getting their little one’s sleep on track.”
~Emily S. Bakersfield, CA
Sleep Needn’t Be A Struggle (But Often It Is)
In my journey through pediatric nursing and as a parent of neurodivergent children myself, I noticed a heart-wrenching gap: countless parents desperate for solutions but lost in the maze of conflicting sleep advice.
So, driven by empathy and knowledge, I decided to provide families with a guiding hand, offering personalized solutions tailored to each child and their unique needs.
A Nurse with a Vision
From my decade-long career as a pediatric nurse, I recognized the profound impact of good sleep on both children and their parents. Nurturing and caring for little ones gave me the foundation to understand their deepest needs.
Personal Struggles, Professional Triumphs
The birth of my first child in 2013 brought me face-to-face with the trials of sleepless nights. I knew I had a problem but didn’t know what to do about it until I Googled “help!” in the middle of the night and found a sleep coach. The elation of finally finding an effective solution transformed my perspective. This personal journey sparked a passion to guide other parents through their sleep challenges.
From Gratitude to Mission
The overwhelming gratitude and relief I felt after achieving consistent sleep for my family motivated me to spread this gift. My mission became clear: guide families through their sleep challenges, offering a beacon of hope and practical solutions to their sleepless nights.
As a culture, we undervalue sleep and put so much pressure on parents to do it all.
I love coaching parents not only on sleep but also on parenting, being real with them and resetting the expectations for all that they are doing in raising their families.
And help children get healthy sleep so they can feed, learn and grow into their potential.
I also love hearing parents tell me how sleep has changed their lives. How it’s made them better parents, how it’s helped their marriage, how they can start doing some things for themself again, and they feel like they’ve gotten a piece of themselves back.
It’s not just sleep they get back. It’s their life.
A happier baby and a much happier mommy!
"After sleep deprivation was setting in for both myself and my son, I decided to contact Jennifer to see if she could offer us any help. Jennifer took the time to learn about our specific situation, our comfort levels with different sleep techniques and what we wanted to accomplish. After making us a comprehensive sleep training plan, she continually checked in with us and made any needed adjustments. She is always available, never judgmental and genuinely cares. Now my baby can fall asleep on his own and often sleeps through the night. Much happier baby and MUCH happier mommy."
~Alyssa M, Chandler, AZ
Education, Credentials and Certifications
Certified Child Sleep Consultant - Family Sleep Institute
Bachelor of Science in Nursing, University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee
Top sleep consultant in the US (TUCK) - 2017
The Child Sleep Society Member
International Association of Child Sleep Consultants Member
Bedtime has become pleasant and peaceful
"Jennifer has what every troubled mom needs- expert advice delivered clearly, warmly, and all the time and personal attention needed to solve children's sleep snafus. Jennifer did a great job of mapping out a plan to get my whole family sleeping soundly. She answered every text and call with patience and cheerfulness, and we are all sleeping much better after her help! Bedtime has become pleasant and peaceful, without spankings or whining- no frustrated parents of overtired kids!
We are not rushing through everyone's routine to get the baby to sleep since she is in bed long before the others. I have time after the kids go to bed to write emails, fold laundry, say hello to my husband, and still be in bed by 9-9:30 pm. THANK YOU times a million!!"
~Jennifer F, Chandler, AZ
The Values Behind Every Restful Sleep
At the heart of my sleep consultancy lies a set of core values that guide every decision, consultation, and solution I offer. These principles define my approach and ensure that every family feels heard, supported, and empowered in their sleep journey.
Honesty
I promise transparent communication, setting clear expectations, and always offering genuine advice. By knowing your unique situation, family life and challenges, I can tailor support to what will help you the most.
Empathy
Understanding your struggles is paramount. Being a parent can be hard, and there are lots of decisions to make. By putting myself in your shoes, I tailor solutions that align with your family's needs.
Trust
Your family's well-being is my top priority. You can trust me to offer a range of sleep solutions for you to choose from. Working with your values and goals rather than enforcing my beliefs on you.