We help exhausted parents teach their children fall asleep on their own—so you can reclaim your evenings, feel more rested, and show up as a present.

WELCOME TO METASLEEP

Are sleepless nights a frequent challenge in your home?

Hello, I’m Alana, the founder of MetaSleep Consulting. I truly believe that a happy life starts with healthy sleep, and I am dedicated to helping families thrive around the clock. I created MetaSleep to support parents in building confidence through supportive sleep strategies that nurture a well-rested home. I am passionate about lightening the mental load of parenthood and understand the unique challenges families face when it comes to sleep. Through our personalized sleep programs, we guide families toward peaceful nights and a more balanced, fulfilling life.

SLEEP SUPPORT STARTS HERE

“Before meeting Alana, my husband and I tried anything and everything to help our baby to sleep through the night.

Unfortunately, nothing worked and then we finally made the decision to reach out to a professional. I was a little nervous at the beginning, but now I have no regrets. Alana is truly THE BEST!! Having her help us through the process was really key and I would not be able to do it without her support!”

- Andreina

SLEEP SUPPORT OPTIONS:

  • Alana Metallo, Sleep Consultant

    15-minute Discovery Call

    Book a discovery call today, where we’ll listen to your sleep challenges and share how we can help turn sleepless nights into peaceful, restful ones.

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    BABIES TO SCHOOL AGE

    Our sleep program help families confidently tackle sleep challenges, empowering children to embrace healthy sleep habits, and enjoy 10-12 hours of rest each night.

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    VIRTUAL SUPPORT

    We support families virtually, making it easy to accommodate diverse schedules and time zones.

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    IN-HOME SUPPORT

    We provide in-home support for families who prefer face-to-face consultations.

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HERE IS HOW WE WILL SUPPORT YOU:

  • Step 1: Discovery call

    We’ll discuss your sleep challenges and explore ways to improve sleep in your home, helping you choose the best package for your child’s needs.

  • Step 2: Consultation (Virtual or In-Home)

    Through consultation, we’ll educate, guide, and support your family on healthy sleep, covering routines, naps, bedtimes, night wakings, and more. We’ll then provide step-by-step guidance to implement the sleep training method that fits your family best.

  • Step 3: Personalized Sleep Plan

    Within 24 hours, you’ll receive a personalized sleep plan designed around healthy sleep habits, serving as your go-to guide throughout the sleep training process.

  • Step 4: Ongoing Support

    Over our 14 days together, you’ll receive 2 follow-up calls to help foster your child’s self-regulation and independence at sleep times. You and your child will feel safe, comfortable, and grow confident in their sleep routine.

  • Step 5: Daily Sleep Log

    During our 2-week program, you'll have access to an app to track daily sleep data, allowing us to provide real-time feedback and support your journey to a well-rested lifestyle.

  • Step 6: Release of responsibility

    At the end of our 2-week program, you'll receive an email with tips for maintaining sleep, along with a certificate of achievement for your child and our Tips Handbook to guide you through any sleep changes as your child grows.

I AM READY TO GET SLEEP BACK INTO MY LIFE

TOP SLEEP TIPS

Gentle ways to give your sleep routine some love

  • Use a sound machine to block out unwanted noise. Place it closest to the direction most noise occurs, which is generally the door to the room. Ensure that runs continuously. Keep the sounds to rain or white noise.

  • Darkness stimulates the production of the sleep hormone melatonin, helping babies drift off easier and reducing the chances of early waking when natural light peeks in. It is beneficial to invest in blackout blinds and curtains so that the room promotes sleep.

  • Set the relaxing tone with a bath (every night if possible), pjs, last feed, book/song, in crib awake, sound machine on, lights out.

  • Age-appropriate bedtimes for children vary as they grow, helping them get the right amount of sleep for healthy development. Here’s a quick guide:

    • Newborns (0-3 months): No fixed bedtime; newborns sleep 14-17 hours in cycles throughout the day and night.

    • Infants (4-11 months): Bedtime around 6-8 pm; most need 12-15 hours of total sleep, with naps.

    • Toddlers (1-2 years): Bedtime around 6:30-7:30 pm; they need 11-14 hours of sleep, including one or two naps.

    • Preschoolers (3-5 years): Bedtime around 7-7:30 pm; 10-13 hours of total sleep is ideal, often with one nap until around age 4.

    • School-age (5-6 years): Bedtime around 7-8 pm; aim for 9-11 hours of nighttime sleep.

    Consistent bedtimes help establish healthy sleep habits. Create a calming bedtime routine to participate in each night that supports this.

  • Try giving your baby a few minutes to settle themselves before you respond. Gradually increase the time you wait before comforting them. If needed, use check-ons where you offer brief support without picking them up. This will allow your child to practice self-soothing techniques.

  • Pay close attention to sleepy cues (ex. rubbing eyes, yawning, getting fussy, staring into space, etc). Aim to put your baby down before they become overtired. Try to stick to regular nap times and bedtimes based on age-appropriate wake windows.

  • Rocking, feeding, holding, using a pacifier, co-sleeping, etc are examples of dependencies children have when it comes to sleep. You can practice weaning off of these props during nap times and bedtime. Try putting your baby down alert and awake so that they can learn to fall asleep on their own. This takes time, patience and consistency. Remember it is progress over perfection.

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Alana was extremely helpful throughout out toddler's sleep troubles. We were a little skeptical at first that it would work and initially we thought our toddler had stumped her. Our toddler took longer than the sleep plan was meant to take, but to her credit Alana kept supporting us until our 3 year old "got it." We've now had a couple weeks of through the night sleeping for the little guy and everyone in the house couldn't be happier and well rested. Thank you!

— Brandon

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