Imagine your kids, well rested and ready to take on the world!
When I created SleepStars, I set out on a mission to help children and families thrive by tackling one of the basic requirements for healthy growth and development - quality sleep.
Establishing healthy sleep habits sets your child up for success. And, it's never too late to start! Getting enough quality sleep supports your child's learning and memory, strengthens their immune system, and promotes healthy emotional regulation.
Children who get enough sleep tend to do better in school, have better attention and behavior, experience fewer mood problems, and maintain a healthier weight. On the other hand, children who regularly don't get enough sleep are at higher risk for obesity, diabetes, injuries, poor mental health, attention and behavior problems, and difficulties with learning. Poor sleep habits in childhood not only affect the individual, but often cause significant stress and emotional strain on the whole family.
Hi, I'm JaNae,
Founder of SleepStars
I’ve spent the last 25 years working in pediatric health care, including 15 years as a practicing Pediatric Nurse Practitioner. Day in and day out, I apply evidence-based medicine to help kids grow up happy and healthy.
But let's be real, none of my training fully prepared me for my own parenting adventure! As a mom of four, I’ve stood in the dark nursery at 3:00 AM, holding my crying baby who won't sleep. I've chased my overtired toddler around who is refusing bedtime. I've helped my teenager who can't fall asleep. I know exactly how heavy that exhaustion feels.
- In the Clinic: I treat the medical side of things—diagnosing and managing pediatric conditions.
- At SleepStars: I step out of the white coat and become your dedicated coach. Although I'm not acting as your primary care provider or giving medical diagnoses here, I provide solutions that work by bridging the gap between evidence-based medicine and your real-life sleep concerns.
