About Us
Baby Dreamers helps you transition into parenthood and helps you to get the sleep that you deserve.
BIRTH DOULA
” A birth doula is a trained professional who provides continuous physical, emotional and informational to support the birthing parent before, during and shortly after childbirth to help them achieve the healthiest, most satisfying experience possible.”- DONA
NEWBORN CARE SPECIALIST
“A Newborn Care Specialist is explicitly trained in all aspects of newborn care and will have many years of experience with families during the first few months with a newborn. ” -NCSA
SLEEP CONSULTING
“Sleep consultants are there to act as cheerleaders, supporters and educators. … A sleep consultant’s main purposeis to educate families on sleep hygiene, the biological needs of sleep, safe sleep practices, to review the timing of night/day sleeps while offering support and guidance.” – The TOT
Hi, my name is Kirsten McCormick Giarra
Based in Houston, TX, I am a Newborn Care Specialist, Sleep Expert for babies and young children, and a Birth Doula with over 15 years of experience caring for children. I hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Law and Society from Ramapo College of New Jersey. My passion lies in supporting families as they navigate the beautiful yet challenging journey of parenthood.
I travel nationwide, providing expert guidance to families welcoming new additions. Since 2016, I have focused on newborn care, assisting over 50 families in ensuring a smooth transition into parenthood and helping their little ones sleep through the night.
If you’re seeking personalized support during this exciting time, I invite you to reach out for a complimentary consultation.
“As soon as I saw you, I knew an adventure was going to happen”
– WINNIE THE POO
MY TRAININGS
The Sleep Lady Sleep Coach
The program involves over 80 hours of training with a faculty panel that includes two medical doctors, a psychologist, an attorney, a lactation counselor, postpartum doulas, and a family therapist. Each coach must pass an exam and participate in case supervision with Kim West, LCSW-C (a.k.a. “The Sleep Lady”), who has been helping tired parents for over 17 years. Clinical supervision and ongoing advanced training are required to maintain certification as a Gentle Sleep Coach.
Gentle Ventures Newborn Care Specialist
The course includes a complete Newborn Care course, Sleep Conditioning/Training course, Multiples and Preemie Care, and Formula Composition. We also cover Prenatal and Baby Development, along with Failure to Thrive, the Death of a Child, RAD, the Mind of a Child, Communication, why it is important to Go Green with a child, Resume Building, how to Apply at an Agency, Marketing, and much more .
Summer’s Sleep Secrets
Summer has over 26 years experience supporting parents worldwide. Her program is based on sleep science by coaching parents on daily routines, feeding hygiene, sleep and much more. Summer will coach you daily as you train your baby to sleep through the night plus establishing naps by text, phone, and zoom morning calls plus emails. If you work with Summer her approach is heartfelt and understands the struggles of sleep deprivation.
Birth Doula
The workshop includes:
*Introduction to childbirth for doulas*
*The significance of birth and the short and long-term impact of the birth experience*
*Suggestions for emotional and psychological support during labor*
*Comfort measures and non-pharmacological pain management techniques*
*The role of the doula before, during and after the birth*
*Communication skills for doulas*
*Discussion of ethics and standards of practice for doulas*
