I help exhausted parents get their babies and toddlers sleeping through the night, with gentle, proven methods that actually work.
"Within 4 days our daughter was sleeping 11 hours straight and in her own crib. We could not believe it." - Rebekah M.
Sound familiar?
You've tried everything. You're still exhausted.
You've read the books. Watched the videos. Asked in every Facebook group.
What they say makes sense and maybe you've even tried what they recommended but then you don't know why it isn't working.
You wonder 'How long do I try this for? Is this normal? Should I change something or does this method just not work for my child?'
And somehow you're more confused than when you started.
Every night blends into the next. The exhaustion is spilling into everything: your patience, your relationships, your job, the version of yourself you used to be, and the person you want to be right now. You're tired of being in survival mode and wondering if you'll ever sleep again. You want to have the energy to soak in all the important moments and pour into those around you, especially your children.
About me
I hear you, because I've been exactly where you are...
I remember waking up constantly with our first daughter and looking at my husband and saying “We are never sleeping again, are we?” I would rock her multiple times during the night just hoping that she would sleep for at least a few hours in a row.
Hi, I am Samantha Rickard, a Certified Pediatric Sleep Consultant and Family Nurse Practitioner, based in Florence, Alabama. I have over 13 years of medical experience, initially as a registered nurse for 8 years and then as a Family Nurse Practitioner for 5 years specializing in Neurology. I am married to my best friend and am a proud mom to two beautiful girls. Needless to say, I completely understand the rollercoaster of parenthood, juggling sleep deprivation, and trying to actually still live life and live it well.
Two and a half years ago I was completely exhausted and so ready for our daughter to start sleeping through the night. I quickly wondered how long is this season going to last.
After doing a lot of research, I found a gentle, personalized sleep approach that worked for our family and our daughter. It made all the difference in her life and ours. That was the moment I knew I wanted to help other parents find the same thing through unique, personalized, simple, and supportive solutions that actually work.
Today I work with families across the US using methods that are gentle, evidence-based, and adapted to your baby's age, temperament, and your family's values. I use my unique experience as a Certified Pediatric Sleep Consultant, Family Nurse Practitioner, and a Mom to craft something completely unique to you and your child. No cookie-cutter plans. No judgment. Just support and solutions that actually work.
Certified Pediatric Sleep Consultant
Trained by the Institute of Pediatric Sleep and Parenting
Family Nurse Practitioner specializing in Neurology for 5 years
Registered Nurse for 8 years in Pediatrics, ICU, Clinical Research, and Post-Surgical Nursing
Mama of two (yep, I get it firsthand!)
How I can help
Support for every stage of sleep
Whether you are expecting a baby, have a newborn, an infant, a toddler, or a preschooler, I have a program designed specifically for your child's age and stage.
Ask Me Anything Call
Newborn - 5 years
This option is perfect for the mom who has questions and wants individualized answers for their child's sleep troubles but isn't quite ready and/or needing ongoing support. This is your opportunity to delve into your child's sleep needs and gain valuable insight tailored to your family's needs!
Rest Easy Sleep Foundations
Expectant Moms
When a healthy sleep foundation is established from the very beginning, you set yourself and your baby up for success! This package will provide you with the tools, education, and resources you need to understand Newborn sleep, traveling with children, tackling sleep regressions, and understanding your child's sleep needs at all stages.
Newborn Sleep Shaping
0-3 months
Those first weeks are a blur of feeds, diaper changes, and very little sleep. I'll help you build custom gentle sleep foundations from day one, so you can rest when your baby rests, and feel confident in what you're doing. This gives you the opportunity to actually enjoy these early weeks instead of just surviving them.
Infant Sleep Coaching
4-12 months
This season is packed with milestone moments and significant growth and development. You may also have noticed that frequent night wakings, short naps, and difficulty settling become common too. This is the stage most parents reach out for help. I'll create a personalized sleep plan that works for your baby's temperament and your family's lifestyle. This allows you to stop dreading bedtime and start looking forward to evenings again.
Toddler & Preschool Sleep Challenges
13 months-5 years
The toddler years come with its own set of surprising (un)predictable challenges whether its' bedtime battles, stalling, early mornings, dropping naps, transitioning to a toddler bed, and much more. I’ll help you navigate this stage with calm, consistent strategies that actually stick so bedtime becomes calm again for both of you. Through personalized guidance and ongoing support, you will feel confident in your ability to create a positive and nurturing sleep environment for your toddler.
The Process
How we get your family sleeping in 4 simple steps
No one-size-fits-all methods. Everything is personalized and built around your child, your family, and what works for your life.
1
We start with a free assessment call
We spend 15 minutes getting clear on what's happening, what you've already tried, and what your family actually needs.
*15 minutes, completely free
2
Choose your child's sleep package
If you wish to proceed after the free sleep assessment call, you will choose your child's package based off of their age, purchase it, and then receive more detailed information from myself regarding next steps.
*Get excited! Sleep is coming!
3
I build your personalized sleep plan
Based on your baby's age, temperament, and your family's lifestyle, I create a step-by-step custom plan designed specifically for you and your child.
*Delivered within 48 hours
4
We implement it together, with my support
You're not doing this alone. I'm with you through the whole process, check-ins, adjustments, and answers to every question that comes up at 2am.
*Ongoing support included in all packages
What families say
Real results from real families
These families were exactly where you are now. Here's what changed when they stopped trying to figure it out alone.
Worth every penny!
"Our daughter was only sleeping in 20 minute to 2 hour increments and it had to be on either Mom or Dad. After only 4 nights of using the plan Samantha created, our daughter was not only sleeping through the night but also sleeping in her own room and in the crib! We couldn't believe it. Our lives have truly been changed for the better. Our daughter is so much happier and content now that she is getting the rest she needs!"
Rebekah M.
Mom to a 7-month-old, AL
An Invaluable Resource!
"As a new mom, I had so many questions. All I can say is that Samantha is an absolute gem! She listens to my concerns and validates them without judgement. She tells the truth while also remaining encouraging. After each interaction with her, I felt uplifted and ready to take on the next challenge my baby throws my way. I highly recommend working with her!"
Courtney R.
Mom to a 3-month-old, AL
Just what we needed!
"Our toddler wasn't sleeping enough at night and was waking up early in the morning. Samantha developed a plan perfect for us that involved no tears, which is exactly what I wanted. We were given multiple tear free options, given explanations behind the methods, and then we were able to make an informed decision and feel confident in our choices! She then supported us immensely as we made those changes. Our toddler is now going right to sleep for naps and bedtime. We are beyond pleased! I already purchased the Rest Easy Sleep Foundations and will also be consulting for sleep for my newborn!"
Julia B.
Mom to a 2-year-old and a 2-week-old, AL
Book your free call
Ready to get your family sleeping again?
Book a free 15-minute sleep assessment call. We'll talk through your situation, I'll share what I think will help, and you can decide if working together feels right. No pressure, no pitch.
I take on a small number of families each month so I can give each one my full attention. If you're ready, let's talk.
Questions?
Everything you want to know before our call
I work with expectant moms and also babies/children from newborn through age 5. Different methods apply at different ages, which is why everything I do is tailored to your child specifically.
I do not use cry-it-out methods as you really wouldn't need my help with that. I provide a wide range of approaches, from fully hands-on gentle methods to more structured techniques. Tears are often inevitable when changing a child's routine, but I will never ask you to let your child cry until they are so exhausted that they fall asleep. We'll talk through all of the options and decide together what best fits your family's values and your baby's temperament.
It is different for every child. Most families start seeing real results within 1–2 weeks. Some babies catch on quicker and some take a little longer. This is often depending on age, habits, and the approach we choose. I'll give you realistic expectations on your free call, no false promises here.
Rest Easy Sleep Foundations includes:
-Detailed Newborn sleep guide
-Comprehensive Travel Sleep Guide
-In-Depth Sleep Regressions Guide
-Age Appropriate Nap/Wake Chart
-10% off Future Sleep Package
Newborn Sleep Shaping, Infant Sleep Coaching, and Toddler Sleep Challenges Includes:
- 2x 45-min consultation call (week 1 & 3)
-In-Depth Assessment of Your Child's Sleep Needs
- Personalized sleep plan
- Strategies for naps, night wakings, early risings, bedtime battles, and sleep regressions if age relevant
- Ongoing text and email support for 3 weeks
It's a 15-minute conversation, no sales pitch, no pressure. We talk through what's going on with your baby's sleep, what you've already tried, and what support would actually help. From there, you can decide if working together makes sense for your family.
Yes, all sessions and support happen remote/online via phone call, text, and email so I can work with families anywhere in the world. Everything is designed to fit into your daily life.
Plans always need adjusting as you go, that's completely normal, and it's exactly why ongoing support is built into every package. I'm with you through the whole process, troubleshooting and adapting as we see how your baby responds.
I’ll send you a sleep assessment questionnaire to gather everything I need to create your personalized sleep plan, along with a link to book your first consultation call so we can get started. At this time, you'll also receive a welcome packet via email with all pertinent information regarding next steps.
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