Susie Menkes, PhD - Pediatric Sleep Consultant

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Susie Menkes, PhD, is an applied developmental psychologist and certified pediatric sleep + parenting coach specializing in helping you get your little one(s) sleeping.

09/17/2026

and then the second you finally put them down… 👀

If this is your nightly routine, you’re not doing anything wrong!

Your baby has just learned that falling asleep happens this way.

I want you to know that you don’t have to spend every nap and bedtime trapped under a sleeping baby if you’re over it.

The Monthly Retainer gives you personalized support to help your baby build more independent sleep while still honoring your family, your comfort level, and your goals.

You’ll get a personalized plan, weekday WhatsApp support, and six private calls to help you adjust as real life happens.

DM me 𝗥𝗘𝗧𝗔𝗜𝗡𝗘𝗥 or send me a DM for details.

09/16/2026

“Sleep when the baby sleeps.”

“Work out when the baby works out.”

So I’m supposed to take a nap while my baby naps… and do squats while my baby does tummy time? 😂

The advice sounds simple until you’re also trying to eat, shower, answer a text, and remember what day it is.

If your baby’s sleep is unpredictable, you don’t need another impossible routine. You need a plan that works with your baby’s age, temperament, schedule, and your actual life.

That’s what I help parents create inside the Monthly Retainer—with personalized guidance, weekday WhatsApp support, and six private calls to troubleshoot as things change.

DM me 𝗥𝗘𝗧𝗔𝗜𝗡𝗘𝗥 so I can send you the details.

Sleep training can work beautifully and sleep can still shift again as your baby grows.A new skill, nap transition, illn...
09/15/2026

Sleep training can work beautifully and sleep can still shift again as your baby grows.

A new skill, nap transition, illness, travel, separation anxiety, feeding change, or developmental leap can suddenly make the plan that worked last month feel completely wrong.

Sleep training didn’t fail, your baby is just in a new season.

What worked a month ago might need a few tweaks for the baby you have now, not a full reset.

The research around infant sleep is nuanced and imperfect and there isn’t one flawless method or permanent solution that works for every baby and every family.

You get to look at the information, consider your baby’s needs and your own parenting values, and make an informed decision that feels right for your family.

That’s exactly why I created The Retainer.

Instead of giving you a one-time plan and sending you on your way, I support you for three months as your baby changes. You’ll have direct text access to me Monday through Friday, plus six private calls to troubleshoot and adjust the plan when real life happens.

Comment 𝗥𝗘𝗧𝗔𝗜𝗡𝗘𝗥 and I’ll send you the details.

I don’t know that I believe in fortune cookies… but I do believe in making sleep feel less overwhelming. If your baby’s ...
09/14/2026

I don’t know that I believe in fortune cookies… but I do believe in making sleep feel less overwhelming.

If your baby’s sleep has you spiraling, you don’t have to figure it out alone or stay stuck.

My Monthly Retainer is ongoing, high-touch support for parents who want a clear plan and someone to help them navigate all the challenges that come with little ones.

Like when naps fall apart, nights change, or there’s a change in plans.

You’ll get:

- A private Foundation Call to unpack your baby’s full sleep picture
- A personalized Dream Map with step-by-step guidance
- Direct WhatsApp support Monday–Friday, 9am–5pm
- Six private 30-minute calls to troubleshoot and adjust as needed

There are only 2 spots left.

Comment RETAINER or send me a DM, and I’ll send you the details.

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09/13/2026

If cry it out has never felt right for your family, that doesn’t mean you have to give up on better sleep.

Sleep training is not one single method and it doesn’t have to mean leaving your baby alone to cry.

There are responsive ways to help your baby build independent sleep skills while you stay present, offer comfort, and gradually reduce the support they need.

The important part is choosing an approach that makes sense for:

- your baby’s age and temperament
- their feeding needs
- your sleep goals
- your comfort level as a parent

That’s where I come in.

I’m Dr. Susie Menkes. I have a PhD in applied developmental psychology, 14+ years of experience, and I’ve helped over 1,500 families navigate baby and toddler sleep.

Inside The Retainer, I’ll get to know your baby, create a personalized plan that fits your family, and support you for three months as you put it into practice.

You’ll have direct text access to me Monday through Friday, plus six private calls to troubleshoot, adjust the plan, and navigate regressions, feeds, transitions, travel, illness, and everything else real life brings.

You don’t need to choose between responding to your baby and getting better sleep.

DM me 𝗥𝗘𝗧𝗔𝗜𝗡𝗘𝗥 and I’ll send you the details.

09/10/2026

What if you could text me when it’s all going south?

Is it teething?

A regression?

A schedule issue?

Hunger?

That’s what my Retainer is for. So that you can text me in real time and get support M-F.

Inside The Retainer, you don’t have to figure it out alone.

I’ll get to know your baby, create a personalized sleep plan, and support you for three months as we work through naps, night wakings, feeds, regressions, nap transitions, and all the unexpected moments in between.

You’ll have direct text access to me Monday through Friday, plus six private calls for troubleshooting and adjustments.

When something changes, you’re never left wondering, “What do I do now?”

Because the real win isn’t only longer naps and nights. It’s feeling calm and confident because you understand what your baby needs.

DM me 𝗥𝗘𝗧𝗔𝗜𝗡𝗘𝗥 and I’ll send you a link to my cal to schedule a free discovery call.

This is where we start to make sure it’s the right fit.

COMMENT ‘READY1’ to registerNewborn Sleep Foundations: Understand your newborn’s sleep so that you stop second-guessing ...
09/09/2026

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Newborn Sleep Foundations: Understand your newborn’s sleep so that you stop second-guessing and start building the foundations that get them sleeping longer stretches sooner.

Here’s what we’ll cover:

➡️ Why your baby wakes up after 20-30 minutes and what to do about it

➡️ The wake window mistake that makes settling harder than it needs to be

➡️ How to build a gentle rhythm your baby will respond to without following a rigid schedule

➡️ How to use feeding to your advantage

➡️ How sleep associations form and which ones are worth being intentional about now

➡️ How to practice independent sleep with a baby this young without leaving them to cry

Taught by Dr. Susie Menkes, PhD in Applied Developmental Psychology, Certified Pediatric Sleep Consultant + Child Behavior Specialist, and founder of Healthy Little Sleepers, LLC.

For more than 14 years, I’ve helped over 1,500 families build healthy sleep habits using evidence-based, responsive approaches that support both sleep and attachment.

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Gold star behavior isn’t having a baby who sleeps perfectly every night. ⭐️It’s having a clear plan, knowing what to do ...
09/08/2026

Gold star behavior isn’t having a baby who sleeps perfectly every night. ⭐️

It’s having a clear plan, knowing what to do when sleep changes, and getting support before you start second-guessing everything.

Inside The Retainer, I’m in your corner for three months helping you work toward longer naps and nights while navigating regressions, transitions, feeds, travel, and all the unexpected moments in between.

Because the real win isn’t only better sleep. It’s feeling calm and confident because you understand what your baby needs.

Comment 𝗥𝗘𝗧𝗔𝗜𝗡𝗘𝗥 and I’ll send you the details.

09/07/2026

Longer naps and longer nights are one big part of baby sleep BUT knowing exactly what to do when your baby’s sleep changes is the real game changer.

Inside The Retainer, I’ll get to know your baby, create a personalized sleep plan, and support you for three months as we navigate naps, night wakings, feeds, regressions, and everything in between.

You’ll have direct text access to me Monday to Friday, + six private calls for troubleshooting and adjustments so you’re never left wondering, “What do I do now?”

Who is this perfect for?

- Families with babies 4–18 months who want longer naps and nights
- Parents navigating frequent night wakings, short naps, early mornings, or bedtime battles
- Families who want to reduce feeds, rocking, bouncing, or pacifier dependence
- Parents going through regressions, nap transitions, travel, illness, or daycare changes

This is ongoing, personalized support until you feel calm, capable, and confident handling your baby`’s sleep.

DM me 𝗥𝗘𝗧𝗔𝗜𝗡𝗘𝗥 and I’ll send you the details and you can tell me more about your baby and what you’re struggling with now. I’ve got 2 spots available.

09/06/2026

Going back to work comes with enough emotions already.

You don’t also need to spend the night before wondering:

Will my baby sleep for anyone else?

What will daycare do if they’ll only fall asleep while feeding or being held?

Will I be able to function at work after another night of waking every hour?

Helping your baby fall asleep with another caregiver won’t weaken your bond, and when they learn a new way to drift off, you’re not taking away comfort or connection but simply widening the circle of safety they can sleep within — with you, with another caregiver, and eventually at daycare too.

With The Overnights, I come to your home for the first 3 nights and help you build a plan that works for your baby, your parenting style, and the reality of your return to work.

I’m there through the wake-ups, so you don’t have to guess what to do while already exhausted and counting down the days.

The Overnights can also be done virtually, so you can get real-time guidance wherever you live.

If returning to work is making sleep feel urgent, DM me 𝟯𝗡𝗜𝗚𝗛𝗧𝗦 and I’ll send you the details.

Here for you,
Susie

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