Who We are
We are a team of dedicated baby and child sleep consultants and mental health providers ready to walk with you through the tears, fears, and bedtimes battles on your family’s road to a peaceful night’s sleep and to better maternal mental health.
“Andria saved us! We now have a well-rested, happy baby and she saved our sanity…Can’t recommend her enough!”
Meet Andria Gordon
OWNER & FOUNDER OF HAVE BABY. MUST SLEEP.
Certified Sleep Consultant, Mama of 2, Lover of Carbs and Laundry (don’t judge!)
Mom of two boys (Lenny and Nate), Certified Pediatric Sleep Consultant by The Institute of Pediatric Sleep and Parenting™ with a specialization in newborn sleep (in case that’s why you’re here) and former fellow sleep-deprived, highly caffeinated, desperate parent ready to do just about anything for even an hour of uninterrupted sleep.
Seriously, I’ve been where you are. I was obsessed with consuming absolutely everything I could find about sleep because I wasn’t getting any of it so I truly understand how you feel. That’s why I’m so passionate about helping you get the sleep you are so frantically seeking.
I would love to support you on the path to getting more rest and having less stress. If you’re ready to go back to drinking hot coffee and thinking about something other than sleep, book a chat with me below so we can talk some more about the needs of you and your family.
Meet our Certified Sleep Consultants
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Karen Nussbaum
Certified Sleep Consultant, Mom of 2, Lululemon Devotee and Sleep Fanatic (of course!)
Mom of two young and (mostly) awesome boys who keep me on my toes, Certified Pediatric Sleep Consultant by The Institute of Pediatric Sleep and Parenting™ and a parent who was all too familiar with sleep deprivation and the detrimental effects it can have on the family.
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Michelle Cukier
Registered Social Worker, Certified Sleep Consultant, Mom and Reality TV fan
I’m a Registered Social Worker with 10 years of experience and a Certified Pediatric Sleep Consultant by The Institute of Pediatric Sleep and Parenting™. I’m also a Mom to two young children and know first hand how lack of sleep can impact us and those closest to you. I’m in the thick of it right now!
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Sarah Bensimon
Registered Social Worker, Certified Sleep Consultant, Mom, and coffee lover who never says no to an Americano from Starbucks.
As a coffee lover who never says no to an Americano from Starbucks, Sarah knows the value of a good energy boost—but also understands the importance of rest! As a mom of two young children and a registered Social Worker with 10 years of clinical experience, Sarah has seen
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Emily Abrams (mat leave)
Certified Sleep Consultant, Mom of 2 + 1 dog, Chai Latte Sipper and Reality TV Binger
As someone obsessed with getting a good nights’ sleep, becoming a mom and experiencing the realities of sleep deprivation really threw me for a loop! I remember the days when the clock would strike 6pm and the anxiety would begin to build. What will tonight look like? Will I get any sleep? How will I function tomorrow if I’m up all night? I really struggled.
Meet Laura Reisman
DIRECTOR OF MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES
Registered Social Worker, Mom of 2, Amateur Home Chef
Along with a Masters in Social Work, I am a certified Perinatal Mental Health Therapist with accreditation by Postpartum Support International and the Canadian Perinatal Mental Health society. As a trauma informed therapist, I utilize multiple therapy modalities to support my clients.
My practice focuses on the health and well-being of women and families working through infertility, perinatal mood disorders, generalized anxiety, sex and intimacy, childhood/adult-based traumas, and difficult partner and family relationships.
As a mom of two who navigated the challenges caused by fertility struggles and who suffered through many sleepless nights with my babies, I’ve been where you are. Yearning for the flexibility of life pre-children, desperate for sleep, and wanting to feel like myself again while riding the rollercoaster of emotions linked to parenthood. Once I got a handle on my postpartum health and was sleeping through the night, my mental, physical, and relational well-being improved greatly. This is what I want for you.
You are not alone, reaching out for help is your first step to healing. I will work with you to meet you where you’re at and can help you identify, develop, and strengthen your coping skills, while also finding effective solutions to individual issues you are experiencing. I am committed to creating a stimulating and supportive therapy environment while we work to build a strong therapeutic alliance together.
Meet our Registered Social Workers
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Sarah Goodman
Registered Social Worker, Mom of 2 + 1 Husky/Sheppard, Mac & Cheese Lover
As a certified Perinatal Mental Health Therapist through Postpartum Support International, I am passionate about supporting mothers at all stages of their parenting journey. After experiencing my own hardships while trying to conceive and the struggles of being postpartum during a pandemic, I recognized the importance of a holistic approach to care on this journey.
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Jaye Appotive
Registered Social Worker, Mom of 1, Lover of Fitness and Candy
I am a Registered Social Worker with over 10 years experience working with parents and children during periods of transition. I’ve developed a deep understanding of the complex needs of children and adults coping with major life changes and recognize how sleep deprivation makes every other life task so much more challenging.
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Michelle Cukier
Registered Social Worker, Certified Sleep Consultant, Mom and Reality TV fan
I’m a Registered Social Worker with 10 years of experience and a Certified Pediatric Sleep Consultant by The Institute of Pediatric Sleep and Parenting™. I’m also a Mom to two young children and know first hand how lack of sleep can impact us and those closest to you. I’m in the thick of it right now!
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Sarah Bensimon
Registered Social Worker, Certified Sleep Consultant, Mom, and coffee lover who never says no to an Americano from Starbucks.
As a coffee lover who never says no to an Americano from Starbucks, Sarah knows the value of a good energy boost—but also understands the importance of rest! As a mom of two young children and a registered Social Worker with 10 years of clinical experience, Sarah has seen firsthand how challenging parenting can be, especially when it comes to sleep.
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Emma Rinaldo
Registered Social Worker, Mom of 2, East Coast lover & Calzone Crusher
Having worked at both SickKids Hospital and Women’s
College Hospital, Emma’s clinical experience led her to her current work at Bria, a women’s
focused mental health provider, and within her own private practice. Emma focuses on
individuals and couples navigating acute and chronic health challenges. In addition, she also
specializes in supporting clients across the reproductive life stages, including fertility struggles,
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Sarah Bogach
Registered Social Worker and Psychotherapist, Mom to a Spunky Toddler (and One Dog), and Caffeine Enthusiast
I am a Registered Social Worker and Psychotherapist with 10 years of experience in the mental health field. My practice focuses on perinatal mental health, particularly supporting parents experiencing anxiety, rage, burnout, relationship challenges, and identity loss.
Meet our Nutrition & Feeding Team
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Meet Naomi Andrews
Registered Dietitian, Mom of Two, and Food Enthusiast
I’m a Registered Dietitian (RD) and a mom of two young boys. Like so many parents, I’ve navigated the ins and outs of applying evidence-based nutrition to real life, teaching my own kids healthy eating habits and skills with plenty of messy moments along the way.
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Lactation Consultant
Coming soon
A lactation consultant works one-on-one with nursing parents to offer evidence-based guidance, gentle encouragement, and personalized strategies for improving feeding comfort and milk supply. She collaborates seamlessly with sleep coaches to support your baby’s rest and feeding rhythms in a holistic, nurturing way.
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Sound Familiar?
Baby on the way and you had it all figured out. Between yourself and your partner you just knew you would totally be able to handle all the waking hours, a baby would have.
Then reality struck and it wasn’t as easy as the books and commercials made it seem…
Despite having a perfect plan and every contraption and gadget out there, your plans went out the window the instant little one was born. Before you knew it you were sleep-deprived and obsessively Googling everything you could find on baby sleep because it’s all you could think about (and long for).
We get it! We’re on the other side of this now and while we made it through, we didn’t do it without help. So if you are ready to stop going it alone, let’s do this thing!
We will be here to support and guide you. We promise to make it fun and will even make you laugh along the way while you learn to relax around all things baby and child sleep.
Book a complimentary call and let’s see if we’re a fit!