Hidden Gems: Meet Tracie Kesatie of Rest Well Baby

Today we’d like to introduce you to Tracie Kesatie.

Hi Tracie, we’d love for you to start by introducing yourself.
My journey with sleep coaching started with my first baby over 17 years ago. He was fussy and exhausted and I was a frazzled, bleary-eyed new mama trying to figure out how to help us both get the sleep we longed for. I ended up working with a sleep coach (there were very few back then) and it changed our lives.

After sleep coaching my son, I had lots and lots of friends, friends of friends, family, etc. reaching out to ask me what I did. I realized that other parents were as desperate as I was looking for answers and sleep solutions. It was then that I decided that becoming a sleep coach was a natural progression as it fits very well with my background in Psychology and Counseling.

I became a Certified Gentle Sleep Coach in 2014 and have worked with families from all walks of life since. It has been a true honor and privilege to help these families get the gift of sleep.

I’m sure it wasn’t obstacle-free, but would you say the journey has been fairly smooth so far?
Building a business from the ground up takes time, determination, and flexibility. There are definitely some growing pains along the way. I have had to pivot and try different things over the past nine years in order to figure out what works and what serves my clients the best. I continue to make adaptions to my business model since the wants and needs of the families I serve change over time.

Thanks for sharing that. So, maybe next you can tell us a bit more about your business?
I am a Certified Gentle Sleep Coach with over nine years of professional experience, and I am the founder of Rest Well Baby. I am also the proud mom of four children with over 17 years of parenting experience. I have my Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and my Master’s degree in Counseling.

I work with families that have little ones 0-10 years of age providing supportive sleep solutions, non-judgmental educational information, and compassionate support. I specialize in creating personalized, adaptive sleep plans. It’s definitely not a one-size-fits-all approach. Furthermore, I foster a welcoming conversation so that everyone is on the same page, and I share from my education, track record, and vast experience to help each family reach their sleep goals.

Moreover, I am passionate about continuing to learn about sleep and I attend continuing education classes throughout the year. I apply this advanced knowledge to my work and can offer my clients the best, most current research-based information and advice.

I put in considerable effort, both live time and “behind the scenes” to try and help each family. I offer more in-depth, ongoing support so that families can be successful. I look at it like we’re a team and your sleep goals become my sleep goals. I truly am passionate about helping families get the sleep they need.

Alright so before we go can you talk to us a bit about how people can work with you, collaborate with you or support you?
I offer a variety of sleep services, which can be found on my website: www.restwellbaby.com

I am also on Instagram @restwellbabysleep & Facebook @restwellbaby where I offer free sleep tips & advice.

I am also always open to professional collaborations. I love supporting other small businesses who also work with parents with young children.

Contact Info:

• Website: www.restwellbaby.com
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/restwellbabysleep/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/restwellbaby/
• Yelp: https://www.yelp.com/biz/rest-well-baby-los-angeles-2

Image Credits
Kathy Schuh of Schuh Box Photos (for headshots)