About Better Bedtime
Waterloo Region’s Experienced Sleep Consultants
Baby Sleep Training
A Better Bedtime Starts Here
You don’t have to be sleep-deprived for years on end, just because you became a parent. Raising a family and taking care of a household requires energy and focus. As parents, we understand the tremendous role that sleep plays in any family. If you lay down at night feeling anxious about what the night will bring, we can help. We will show you how to solve your child’s sleep challenges so the whole family can be refreshed and healthy.
We understand that there is no “one-size-fits-all” sleep solution for all families. It isn’t as simple as “do nothing” or “leave them to cry all night.” Every family is different, and therefore the strategies to learn how to sleep vary. When determining the right approach for teaching a little one healthy sleep habits, we consider: age, developmental milestones reached, parenting style and much more.
Our calm and supportive demeanour is beneficial while working with families in-person throughout Waterloo Region and via phone and web across North America.
We are dedicated to helping parents teach their children to become independent, healthy sleepers. We feel passionate about sleep being a priority and that a better bedtime can happen for your family, every night.
The Better Bedtime Team
The team of Baby Sleep Consultants at Better Bedtime are dedicated to the cause of helping families regain control over bedtime. They help parents and children build happy, healthy relationships with sleep.
Bridget Jensen
Bridget Jensen is a graduate of Wilfrid Laurier University, Conestoga College and is the Canadian Director of the Association of Professional Sleep Consultants. Bridget’s calm and supportive demeanor are beneficial while working with families, individuals and workplaces all over Canada and beyond. She is dedicated to helping people get the rest they need, so they can feel at their best during the day. She is founder of Better Bedtime, a full-service sleep consultancy based in Waterloo Region. Services range from one-on-one programs for infants, children and adults to sleep sessions for the workplace.
Heidi Elliott
Heidi is the mother of two busy young girls and resides in Kitchener, Ontario. She has a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Waterloo where she took courses in child development. Her passion for helping babies and toddlers sleep well started when her second child had trouble sleeping through the night and needed to be rocked or held for each nap. Heidi knows what it’s like to miss sleep! She would be happy to help coach you through the process of sleep training and get your little one sleeping well.
Nicole Mitten
In addition to being a Certified Infant Sleep Consultant (QC Wellness), Nicole Mitten is a registered social worker (RSW) with the College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers. She has a Masters of Education in Counselling Psychology (UofT) and a Masters of Science in Family Relations and Human Development (UofG). In addition, Nicole has completed coursework in Maternal Mental Health (PSI) and Breastfeeding and Lactation Support (WHO). Nicole knows the impact and value of sleep on all aspects of child development and parental mental health. She would be happy to help you meet your family’s sleep goals. As the busy Mom of two little girls, Nicole has both the personal and professional experience to support you in your sleep journey.
Diane Dauphinais
Diane Dauphinais has been a dedicated Pediatric Sleep Consultant since July 2015. She has worked together with hundreds of families to eliminate exhaustion by creating calm and stress-free nights. Education includes a certification from Sleep Sense™️, the International and Parenting Health institute, and the Child Sleep Institute’s Sleeposium 2020 and 2024. A proud member of the Association of Pediatric Sleep Consultants, she has shared her expertise with through workshops, podcasts, and TV appearances. Based in Ottawa, she lives with her husband and two active children who also love their sleep! Let Diane’s guidance help your child experience the benefit of quality sleep, allowing them to thrive and enjoy sweet dreams!
Jessica Wojtkowiak
In addition to being a sleep consultant, Jessica Wojtkowiak is a certified labour and postpartum doula supporting women and families in her community. She resides in Norfolk County with her husband and two boys.
After a very difficult 10-month sleep journey with their oldest son, she and her husband reached out to a sleep consultant! Through compassion, knowledge and understanding, her family started to regain healthy sleep again.
Her experiences and education have equipped her to better assist her clients as they work through making changes to sleep. Jessica is often available for booking within 3-5 days and would love to support you through your sleep journey.
Rebecca Johnston
Rebecca knows that quality sleep is the cornerstone of good mental and physical health and is excited to support you and your family on the path to restfulness. She is a registered social worker (MSW, RSW) with the College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers and has additional training in Maternal Mental Health (PSI). Clients who work with Rebecca appreciate her down to earth and supportive approach. As a mom of three, she knows how challenging learning the skills of sleep can be and is ready to help you.
Ali Dittrich
Lindsay Castle
As an Occupational Therapist, Lindsay has worked alongside many individuals who have struggled with sleep. She has witnessed the significant impact this can have on a person’s quality-of-life. As a mom of two small children, she has also experienced this first-hand. Lindsay graduated from McMaster University in 2014 with a Masters degree in Occupational Therapy and is a registered Occupational Therapist (OT Reg. Ont.) in Ontario. Additionally, she has training in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Insomnia (CBTi). Lindsay has a background of working in community mental health and has always been grateful for the opportunity to share in a person’s story. Through a collaborative approach, Lindsay supports individuals to gain confidence and self-efficacy in addressing their sleep goals. With improved sleep, she believes that we are able to build our capacity and energy to engage in the things in life that truly matter to us.
Charlene Lenc
Charlene holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in addition to her Infant Sleep Consultant Certification (QC Wellness) in 2020. She is a mother of two young children and resides in Collingwood, ON. After her firstborn presented himself as an extremely challenging sleeper, she reached out for help from a sleep consultant. It was shortly after that she pursued her certification to become an Infant Sleep Consultant herself. Since then, her passion towards understanding the science of infant and toddler sleep has inspired her to help other families get much needed rest. She is an advocate for mental health and is a firm believer that parents (and children) all need sleep to be the best version of themselves.
Sampriti Chakraborty
Sampriti Chakraborty holds a post graduate diploma and is mom to a precious boy, who is a rockstar sleeper! Like other members on our team, Sam was a client over 4 years ago when she needed help with her son’s sleep. She has truly experienced first hand the toll sleep deprivation can take on a family. She has been where you are and understands how to bring sleep back to your home. This experience led her to undergo training in 2022 to become a paediatric sleep consultant so that she can help other families on their own unique sleep journey. Sam is an avid believer of meditation and a passionate reader and is ready to help improve your quality of life through better sleep.
Julia Holland
Julia Holland is a graduate of the University of Ottawa (B.A.) and University of Windsor (B.Ed.) She has a passion for teaching and is especially fond of working with families. Julia has two children, aged 3 and 5. She found her way to sleep training when her son was 4 months old. She knows first hand how a lack of sleep can begin to affect your whole life. Julia is a warm and understanding person who looks forward to helping tired families get the rest they need, in a way that suits their individual families needs.
We are so passionate about healthy sleep habits because we know the difference it makes for our clients. We have helped countless people get consistent sleep and we would love to help you too!