Emily Tavag Sleep Coach in Austin, TX

My family worked with Emily on a custom potty training plan. We had been trying parent-led 3 day weekends with my daughter on and off for months and it just led to her panicking, withholding pee and shutting down. We didn't know how to make progress. We had also dealt with constipation and a UTI so really had dealt with a ton of challenges. My daughter had just turned 3 when we reached out to Emily for custom in-person support. Emily is so responsive, supportive and encouraging. She delivered the custom plan quickly and it included weeks of groundwork to get my daughter comfortable. After our potty training weekend with her daily support, she helped us pivot based on daughter's progress and gave us very clear next steps on how to proceed based on her temperament. While things are still a work in progress, we now have a daughter who is in underwear full time, self-initiates her visits to the bathroom and is peeing on the potty. She is confident, comfortable and no longer withholding. Emily truly helped us find the approach that was best suited to our daughter and progress has been night and day. Thank you so much, Emily!

— Sarah Clarke

We as parents were experiencing so much sleep loss for about a year. The only way our 3-year old was willing to sleep was if one of us (usually Mama, Dada tried) would sleep in his bed with him. This was due to all of the usual reasons...mental/physical leaps, increased awareness leading to increased fear of the dark at night, etc. Emily patiently met with us and heard what I'm assuming was something she's heard hundreds of times before, but she treated it like the first time. She inspected his room/space, learned about not only his day and nighttime routines, but the entire family's and how we "wound down" when evening arrived. It was fascinating seeing the level of detail Emily incorporated into her recommendations for achieving independent sleep for our toddler. She created a "sleep story" tailored to our son, which he went on to read over and over again, he loved it. Wasting no time implementing Emily's plan, we started to see some success after a few nights and eventually achieved full sleep independence for our little one after a few weeks. It wasn't quite like a switch flipped, but when you can't imagine things getting better when you're in the thick of it, Emily's plan and advice sure made it seem like a switch flip. Thank you Emily!!!!!

— Aaron

Emily was a tremendous help as we prepared for the arrival of our baby! She is knowledgeable and answered all of our questions — as well as offered information on additional topics. We attended a prenatal class and breastfeeding workshop. The combination of professional and personal experience was extremely beneficial for us as first time parents.

— Kallie G.

We worked with Emily when my daughter was about a year and a half old and going through a tough sleep regression, and I’m so grateful we did. Within a week of working together, she was sleeping more consistently, and our whole household felt calmer and more rested. What I appreciate most is that Emily didn’t just “fix” the moment — she gave me practical, realistic tools that I still use anytime we hit a small sleep hiccup. Her approach felt supportive, thoughtful, and doable during an exhausting phase of parenting. I would absolutely recommend Emily to any tired parent looking for guidance and reassurance around their child’s sleep.

— Sara Hernando

I had such a positive experience working with Emily. From the very beginning, she truly listened to my concerns, routines, and what was realistic for our family. I never felt rushed or pushed into a one-size-fits-all plan. Instead, she took the time to understand my needs and my baby’s challenges which made all the difference. She personalized an eating and sleeping schedule that fit our lifestyle. The plan felt manageable, supportive, and aligned with our goals. I saw improvements without feeling overwhelmed. Her empathy, knowledge, and genuine care made me feel confident and supported throughout the process. I’m so grateful for her guidance and would highly recommend her to any parent looking for thoughtful, personalized support! You will truly feel like you have a cheerleader in your corner. ♥️

— Cecilia

We had a wonderful experience working with Emily for as our daughter's sleep consultant. She took the time to understand my daughter’s sleep needs, while also respecting what I was comfortable with as a parent. The sleep plan she created was thorough, easy to follow, and included helpful background that made it simple to implement. She was incredibly kind, compassionate, and met me exactly where I was. I felt supported every step of the way and am so grateful for her guidance. I would highly recommend her to any parent looking for a thoughtful and personalized approach to infant sleep!

— Kelsey Long

I had a wonderful sleep consultation with Emily for my 3-year-old. I have been trying with no success to stop co-sleeping and move her to her own bed. I am so glad to have found Emily! Emily gave me so much clarity and a detailed plan on how to best make this happen, in a way that fits our family's needs. Emily is so sweet and personable, asks a ton of questions to get to know you, and never shows any judgement. She understands the joys and struggles of parenting, and really feels like a safe space if you are overwhelmed and need some support. I highly recommend Emily as a mama coach!

— Lydia Brand

Emily helped us with both our 3 year old and our 3 month old during a very difficult time and I can not recommend her enough. She is very thoughtful in building a plan customized to the needs of both your child and your family. Highly recommend!

— Ellen Sloan

The Mama Coach, Emily Tavag is truly remarkable. She is a wealth of knowledge and so caring. You can talk to her about anything related to Sleep, Breastfeeding, Newborn, Postpartum, Potty Training and Starting solids. Great workshops as well 😃

— Janice

I attended the newborn sleep virtual class to prep for my upcoming birth. I learned a lot and took away that I will find my normal with time and patience. She said "XYZ is only a problem if it's a problem for YOU" which really resonated since everyone has an opinion and their own experience with parenting. I really enjoyed the end of class where I was able to chat with another learner who had her 5 week old son with her. She offered some helpful tips and insight. This was a great experience and a way to connect with an expert and other moms who asked questions I didn't think to ask. I plan on attending her next class about postpartum!

— michelle hart

Emily was incredibly helpful in helping us navigate our toddler sleep troubles! I was especially impressed with her attention to detail in personalizing the sleep plan to our family’s specific schedule and needs. She was (and continues to be) so supportive of us and the inevitable ups/downs as parents of toddlers, periodically checking in and sending more ideas and suggestions. I recommend her wholeheartedly to anyone looking for a clear game plan through the chaos that is parenthood! Emily is amazing at what she does, you will not be disappointed!

— Stephanie Dupuis

Diapers to Done, the potty training class, was so helpful! Highly recommend!

— Kristi Butler

I was really struggling with my second baby’s sleep routine, it was a totally different experience than with my first. He wouldn’t nap independently and if I put him down, wouldn’t stay asleep in his bassinet. I found Emily through the mama coach network and the entire experience has been a blessing. Emily is empathetic, knowledgeable, and down to earth. Our weekly calls and the advise/coaching she gave, gave me the confidence to return to work knowing I could actually care for him WFH, and get work done. I would totally recommend Emily’s services!

— Lindsey LaPrime

Working with Emily was a game-changer for my family. We just had our 2nd baby and I wanted to set up strong sleep habits. We worked with another consultant that was adamant about feeding a certain amount of ounces per feeding and keeping our baby swaddled (arms in) and I knew in my gut it wasn’t working for us. Our Little One was so upset in the swaddle, that he would pee all over in frustration trying to break out. Enter Emily - she assessed our situation including feeding and gave recommendations. Within 2 nights, our baby was sleeping through the night! With her two week coaching, we addressed other issues and I was able to ask all kinds of questions daily. She also helped set us up for our first trip to San Diego with two kids. He did amazing and slept in a pack n play no problem bc of her tips. If you’re struggling, please book with Emily! Worth every penny!!

— Lene Temperton