Confident Parenting

Confident Parenting is one of Philadelphia's most established sleep consulting practices, founded by Erica Desper in 2011. Over more than a decade, Erica has personally guided over 2,000 families through sleep and potty training challenges. The practice has been recognized as a community favorite by both Main Line Parent and Philadelphia Family publications.

Services Offered

• Baby and child sleep consulting — Customized programs for infants through early childhood
• Potty training support — Expert guidance through this major developmental milestone
• In-person consultations — Available throughout the greater Philadelphia area
• Virtual sessions — For families outside the region
• Pediatric office hours — Monthly Saturday sessions at Center City Pediatrics

What Sets Her Apart

Erica's 13+ years and 2,000+ families give her a breadth of experience that newer consultants simply cannot offer. Her combined sleep and potty training expertise also makes her a practical one-stop resource for families navigating multiple early childhood transitions.

Location

Serving the greater Philadelphia area and the Main Line, with virtual sessions available nationwide and internationally.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many families has Erica worked with? Erica has personally guided over 2,000 families through sleep and potty training challenges since founding Confident Parenting in 2011.

Does the practice offer potty training in addition to sleep consulting? Yes. Erica is one of the few consultants in the Philadelphia area who provides expert guidance on both sleep and potty training, allowing families to work with one trusted provider across two major milestones.

What recognition has Confident Parenting received? The practice has been named "Best Sleep Consultants" and "Family Favorite" by both Main Line Parent and Philadelphia Family community publications.

Are in-person consultations available? Yes, throughout the greater Philadelphia area and the Main Line. Erica also holds monthly Saturday office hours at Center City Pediatrics. Virtual sessions are available for families outside the region.

Does Erica work with infants or only toddlers? Erica works with children from infancy through early childhood. Her potty training expertise makes her particularly strong with the toddler and preschool age group.