From Nightly Negotiations to Peaceful Sleep
A respectful approach, without cry-it-out, bribes, or staying in the room until your toddler falls asleep
See how the Peaceful Toddler Sleep™ Mini-Course helps worn-out parents get their evenings back in just one sitting
The truth?
Most toddler sleep problems aren't about sleep at all.
They're about what happens between the time you start the bedtime routine and the time you finally walk out of the room. The back-and-forth. The one more request. The moment you cave just to keep the peace, and then regret it the moment you do.
If that sounds familiar, you haven't failed. The limits just aren't clear enough yet. When they are, toddlers can settle to sleep on their own.
You're in the right place if You...
dread bedtime before it even begins
feel defeated because you spend an hour, sometimes more, just getting your toddler to sleep
are tired of methods that either feel cruel or don't work
say goodnight three times and hope the third time it sticks
feel like the person you are at bedtime isn't the parent you want to be
This isn't about trying another tactic. It's about leading with clarity and calm, so you can walk out of the room knowing the limit will hold.
Which of these sound familiar?
The "One More Thing" Cycle
Another book, another drink of water, one more hug. The requests never end and your evening is lost.
The Middle-of-the-Night Waking
Your toddler calls for you. The only way they'll go back to sleep is if you stay in the room. You wait in the dark, hoping you can slip away without waking them.
The 5:00 AM Start
Your toddler is wide awake and ready to go before the sun is up. You start your day running on empty.
These aren't three unrelated issues. They're the same issue appearing in different forms throughout the day and night.
So if it's not about sleep, what's it about?
It's about limits and your toddler's need to know that yours will hold. When a limit is clear and consistent, your toddler can relax. They stop stalling. They stop testing. They stop calling out after you've said goodnight; not because they've given up, but because they know where the firm limit is. And when they know where the limit is, they don't keep pushing it.
Most sleep approaches focus on the child's behavior. This one focuses on your leadership.
Imagine...
Saying goodnight and meaning it
Leaving the room without that familiar knot in your stomach, knowing you won't be called back five minutes later
Moving through bedtime with ease. No dread, no bribing, no second-guessing yourself
A toddler who falls asleep on their own and stays in bed until morning
Having your evenings back
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About Me
For over 20 years, I've been teaching parents how to raise confident, cooperative children. I'm Deborah Carlisle Solomon, author of "Baby Knows Best" and former Executive Director of RIE, one of the world's leading early childhood education organizations.
I've worked with hundreds of parents, online and in-person on four continents.
Introducing
THE PEACEFUL TODDLER SLEEP™ MINI-COURSE
A short practical course for worn-out parents who want peaceful nights and a toddler who stays in bed until morning
Here's what parents have to say, in their own words.
"Deborah has had a huge impact on my life, made our home life and communication much less stressful, and equipped us with tools, knowledge, and the ability to set realistic expectations. It was truly life-changing and has brought so much joy and perhaps most importantly, confidence to me as a parent."
— Inga T., Iceland
"I'm a happier, braver, more trusting, and more confident mother. It changed me forever and I will be eternally gratefully to Deborah."
— Gabriela B., Florida
What You'll Get Inside
THE PEACEFUL TODDLER SLEEP™ MINI-COURSE
MODULE 1: Why Your Toddler Resists Sleep and What to Do About It
Understand what's really driving your toddler's bedtime behavior, why firm, consistent limits make bedtime easier, not harder, and how your daytime leadership sets the stage for a peaceful night.
MODULE 2: Routine, Limits and Why They Matter
What a firm, kind bedtime routine actually looks like. We'll cover how to move through it without negotiating, how to respond when your toddler cries after you leave the room, how to tell the difference between protest crying and genuine distress, and what to do when your toddler won't stay in bed.
MODULE 3: What to Do When Things Fall Apart
Practical guidance for the sleep challenges that go beyond bedtime; including middle-of-the-night wakings, early rising, nap transitions, sleep regressions, nightmares and night terrors, stalling, room-sharing, and recovering after illness or travel.
The Peaceful Toddler Sleep™ Workbook
A companion guide to help you apply these principles to your specific child and family.
What You'll Get Inside
THE PEACEFUL TODDLER SLEEP™
MINI-COURSE
MODULE 1: Why Your Toddler Resists Sleep and What to Do About It
Understand what's really driving your toddler's bedtime behavior, why firm, consistent limits make bedtime easier, not harder, and how your daytime leadership affects their night.
MODULE 2: Routine and Limits and Why They Matter
What a firm, kind bedtime routine actually looks like: moving through it without negotiating, responding when your toddler cries after you leave the room, and telling the difference between protest crying and genuine distress. Includes the Neutral Return for toddlers who won't stay in bed.
MODULE 3: What to Do When Things Fall Apart
Practical guidance for the sleep challenges that go beyond bedtime; including middle-of-the-night wakings, early rising, nap transitions, sleep regressions, nightmares and night terrors, stalling, room-sharing, and recovering after illness or travel.
The Peaceful Toddler Sleep™ Workbook
A companion guide to help you apply these principles to your specific child and family.
DESIGNED FOR THE WORN-OUT PARENT
You don't need a 10-hour masterclass. You need sleep.
The Peaceful Toddler Sleep™ Mini-Course is intentionally short and to the point. It's designed to be watched during your toddler's nap or whenever you have a few minutes to yourself. You can watch the entire course in one sitting and be ready for your toddler's next bedtime.
You don't need a 10-hour masterclass.
You need sleep.
The Peaceful Toddler Sleep™ Mini-Course is intentionally short and to the point. It's designed to be watched during your toddler's nap or whenever you have a few minutes to yourself. You can watch the entire course in one sitting and be ready for bedtime.
IMMEDIATE ACCESS
The moment you enroll, the Peaceful Toddler Sleep™ Mini-Course is yours. The modules are designed to be watched in order, but if you're struggling with night wakings or early rising, Module 3 is waiting for you.
The Investment
$97
The 3-Module Video Course: everything you need to understand your toddler's bedtime behavior and respond with calm, confident leadership
The Peaceful Toddler Sleep™ Workbook: a companion guide to help you apply what you learn to your specific child and family
Lifetime Access: return to the material whenever you need a refresher or encounter a new sleep challenge
“What If…”
"I’ve tried before..." → {}
Most parents who come to this course have already tried other approaches. You don't need to try harder. You've been trying hard enough. The difference here is where your effort is directed.
"I don’t have time..." → {}
The entire course can be watched in one sitting. The modules are short and the Workbook is designed to be used in real time. You don't need to carve out a weekend to see results. You can watch during your toddler's nap and be ready for bedtime that same night.
"I’m not tech-savvy..." → {}
Once you enroll, you'll receive a link to access your course. If you can watch a video online, you're all set. The platform works on your phone, tablet, or computer.
A NOTE ON YOUR INVESTMENT
This course is designed for parents who are ready for a change. Because you receive immediate access to all materials upon enrollment, I do not offer refunds. If you have questions about whether this approach is right for your family, please reach out before enrolling.
A CALMER END TO THE DAY
Bedtime doesn't have to be a source of stress. When you learn to hold limits firmly but kindly, you can move through your toddler's bedtime with ease and get your evenings back.
P.S. You don't have to keep struggling or waiting for your toddler to outgrow this phase. You can start tonight.
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