Baby-Led Sleep™ and Well-Being Specialist Independent Study Certification Course
Transform your career with the ONLY accredited sleep certification program that helps families thrive — without sleep training, ever
- Accredited by the American Association of Drugless Practitioners (AADP)
- 600+ Certified Coaches Worldwide
- 13+ Years Experience Supporting Families
Why This Certification Changes Everything
The Problem: Most sleep certifications teach “gentle methods” that are simply rebranded versions of controlled crying. They go against parents’ instincts and can harm attachment.
Our Solution: The Baby-Led Sleep™ approach works with biological sleep patterns — helping families achieve better rest without separation-based methods.
What Makes Us Different:
- 100+ comprehensive modules from 40+ international experts
- No sleep training, no separation-based methods
- Attachment-focused and evidence-based learning
- Community of 600+ coaches for support and collaboration
- Accredited and recognized certification
Meet Your Instructor:
Lauren Weber
Founder of Isla-Grace and Creator of the Baby-Led Sleep™ Approach
Lauren Weber is not just the founder of Isla-Grace — she is the heart behind the Baby-Led Sleep™ movement. Her journey began, like many parents, with uncertainty and regret. When her first daughter was six months old, Lauren followed mainstream advice and tried “cry-it-out” sleep training.
“I sat in the hallway listening to my baby cry, my stomach in knots, every instinct telling me to comfort her. But the ‘experts’ told me to stay strong. Later I discovered my daughter had an undiagnosed tongue tie that was causing pain and feeding issues. She didn’t need training — she needed help. That moment changed everything for me.”
Determined that no other parent should feel that same guilt, Lauren devoted years to researching infant sleep, studying with internationally recognized experts, and developing a compassionate, evidence-based alternative: the Baby-Led Sleep™ Approach.
Today, Lauren has personally trained and mentored over 600 professionals worldwide, empowering them to support families without harmful methods.
Lauren’s Credentials & Expertise
- Education: Bachelor of Education (McMaster University, Queensland University of Technology)
- Sleep Specialist: Certified in Holistic Maternity & Child Sleep Consulting and Sleep Education
- Attachment & Child Development: 200+ hours of training through the Neufeld Institute
- Self-Reg Certification: MEHRIT Centre (Dr. Stuart Shanker)
- Infant Feeding & Lactation: Completed Mohawk College’s Breastfeeding Program
- Experience: 13+ years supporting families in 20+ countries
Why Lauren Built This Certification
- Give professionals a credible, accredited alternative to traditional sleep training
- Provide families with holistic, compassionate support grounded in evidence
- Build a global community of like-minded coaches who believe in attachment and respect
Real Results from Real Professionals
- "To say that Lauren and Isla Grace have changed my life would be the understatement of a lifetime... This course has empowered me as a coach and as a mom to put relationship first when dealing with common sleep and parenting challenges" - Racheal Sheppard, Hey Sleepy Baby
- "This certification has completely changed my confidence in supporting families from a more 'attachment-based' perspective. I always felt like I had the knowledge, but not enough credibility to back it up" - Becky Soehner
- "Taking the Baby-Led Sleep certification course and working as one of Lauren's coaches has changed my life in more ways than I could have ever imagined" - Elli Pears,My Connected Motherhood
- "In working as a Baby Sleep & Well-Being Specialist I found my true passion. The knowledge I gained during this course did not only change our family dynamic for the better, it also gave me the opportunity to help families while being home with our daughter" - Nicole Tong, The Loving Bond
- "Taking The Baby-Led Sleep and Well-Being Certification was one of the best decisions I have made both, personally and professionally. Lauren has created an amazing opportunity and community that I am so happy to be apart of. I cannot recommend this certification enough!" - Shanny Kaiser, Raising Littles
- "I didn't work for the first two and half years after becoming a Mom, and as much as I loved that, it has been so great to have something for me... Finding a passion that allows me to contribute, better myself as a parent and spend time working with other Moms sharing information that is so, so important" - Sarah Hemstock,My Connected Motherhood
What You’ll Learn Inside the Independent Study Course
What's Included:
- 100+ Specialized Modules Covering:
- Lifestyle & Culture
- Temperament & Stress
- Sleep Science & Environment
- Development & Nutrition
- Maternal Mental Health
- Attachment & Parenting
- Birth Trauma & Play
- Sleep Challenges & Solutions
- Supporting Clients Process
- Real Case Studies
- Expert Contributors Include:
- Professor James McKenna (30+ years studying mothers and babies)
- Dr. Deborah MacNamara (Director of Education, Centre for Child Mental Health)
- Dr. Helen Ball (Parent-Infant Sleep Lab)
- Sleep Anthropologist Lenka Medvecova
- IBCLCs, Naturopathic Doctors, OTs, and more
Join Hundreds of Successful Graduates
- "I am so grateful to Lauren for introducing me to this approach, for teaching and guiding me to be one amazing entrepreneur of an amazing business that I am so proud of! If I can do it, you can do it!" - Kaylan Hawkins
- "Taking the sleep and well-being specialist certification seemed like a fitting addition to my current practice working with children and families and with postpartum mental health... having the opportunity to support parents through such a vulnerable part of their journey is a privilege I am so grateful to have" - Kristen Drozda, BSc, MACP, Registered Psychotherapist
- "Becoming a mom totally shifted my priorities... My job as a Baby-Led Sleep and Well-Being Specialist allows me to be a working stay at home mom, while doing something I'm incredibly passionate about" - Inga Wenderoth
- "I feel so grateful for stumbling Lauren when I did! She is AMAZING! and so is this course... Becoming a sleep specialist that doesn't provide a generic plan, or any sleep training methods has allowed me to branch out, feel confident as a mom"- Jenn Cerson
Frequently Asked Questions
How is this different from other sleep certifications?
Unlike most programs that still promote separation-based sleep training, this course teaches the Baby-Led Sleep™ approach — a fully evidence-based, attachment-focused method that works with biological sleep patterns. It’s also accredited by the AADP.
Do I need to be a professional already?
Not necessarily. Many students are doulas, nurses, therapists, or educators, but others are just starting their careers. The course gives you the knowledge and credentials to confidently support families.
Is the course self-paced?
Yes. It’s 100% online and flexible, with up to 2 years to complete. You’ll also have access to webinars, updates, and a supportive global community of graduates.
What accreditation will I receive?
You’ll graduate as a Certified Baby-Led Sleep™ and Well-Being Specialist, accredited by the American Association of Drugless Practitioners (AADP).
Do you offer payment plans?
Yes — choose a one-time payment or 6- or 10-month installment options. All plans come with a 14-day money-back guarantee.
Is there support after graduation?
Yes. You’ll be part of a global network of 600+ Baby-Led Sleep™ Specialists, with ongoing community support and learning opportunities.
Apply Now for the Baby-Led Sleep™ and Well-Being Specialist Certification
Here's What Our Students Had To Say
Pille-Riin Mölder
A broad and practical course covering a wide range of topics that are both interesting and highly useful. If you work as a baby sleep consultant, I believe this course should be essential. And if you are a parent, I would highly recommend it. I am very satisfied with the training and truly happy I took part.
I can’t even begin to say how refreshing it felt to finally find a program that is holistic, evidence-based and aligns with my values! This course was beautifully crafted, and the depth of the material provided is unlike anything else out there. I’ve already been able to use some of what I have learned with my own littles. Enrolling was one of the best decisions I’ve made... thank you Lauren!!
Naomi Depré
This course has exceeded all my expectations. As a midwife, I now guide families with confidence, and as a mother, I feel equipped with tools and insights to support my daughter. Lauren’s passion shines through, and the holistic, evidence-based content makes this course truly special. An invaluable experience!
Destiny DeGon
This is more than just a certification. It is jam-packed with knowledge + resources from experts that allow me to help clients find true rest again and build their confidence. This certification program led me to work I am passionate about! It also provided me with real techniques that translated into my own personal life and changed the trajectory of my motherhood journey. I highly recommend.
Kimberley Fernandez
I knew this course was going to be different but it is filled with so much incredible information from experts around the world and highlighted for me what I already knew, that sleep didn't have to mean breaking your baby of habits that were biologically instinctual.
Ashley Santucci
Love the layout and the ease of the course. I also enjoy the fact that I can log back on and find help when needed. Would highly recommend to someone who wants to help others and also to mothers and caregivers.
Katie Franklin
This course blew me away with the volume and quality of its content. I was searching for a sleep course that aligned with my values as a doula and this was exactly the right one to take. Evidence-based, thorough, intriguing - and you can tell that Lauren and all of the experts are very passionate about this work. I am excited to expand my services as a doula with sleep support. Thank you!
helen.veinstein
Really wonderful course that has changed the way I see my child. It doesn’t only have information about sleep, but parenting, attachment, how to handle emotions and so many other important things to know when having a child. I realised my child is a sensitive kid thanks to this course and know how to handle different situations now and how to support his emotions. Really suggest it to everybody!
Melanie Gauthier
An excellent course, very thorough and well-structured. The information is clear and practical, perfect for immediate application. Highly recommended!
One of the most complete and thoughtfully designed courses I've taken. Every module was rich with clinical depth while staying true to a gentle, responsive philosophy. I especially appreciated how the material balanced the science of infant sleep with genuine compassion for both baby and parent. Lauren's guidance was clear, warm, and grounded. I'd recommend it to anyone in this field. Truly worth