Little Pumpkin Sleep Solutions

Little Pumpkin Sleep Solutions is led by Uma, who holds an exceptionally rare combination of credentials in the sleep consulting world — she is a Doctor of Medicine, a certified pediatric sleep consultant, and an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC). This triple qualification means she can assess sleep challenges through medical, behavioral, and nutritional lenses simultaneously.

Services Offered

• Personalized sleep plans — For children from birth through age 5
• Lactation-informed sleep support — Plans that account for breastfeeding goals and feeding patterns
• Medical perspective — MD background allows clinical assessment of sleep issues
• In-person and virtual options — Local coverage across DC, Virginia, and Maryland; virtual worldwide

What Sets Her Apart

The combination of an MD, IBCLC, and sleep consultant certification is extremely uncommon. For families dealing with feeding-related sleep disruptions, medical concerns that affect sleep, or who simply want the reassurance of a physician-trained consultant, Uma offers a level of clinical depth that is hard to find elsewhere.

Location

Serving families in Washington DC, Virginia, and Maryland, with virtual consultations available worldwide.

Frequently Asked Questions

What credentials does Uma hold? Uma holds three distinct qualifications: a Doctor of Medicine degree, a certified pediatric sleep consultant credential, and an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) designation. This triple combination is extremely rare in the field.

Can she help with feeding-related sleep disruptions? Yes. Uma's IBCLC credential means she can evaluate and address the relationship between feeding patterns and sleep — including nursing-to-sleep associations, night feed management, and the impact of feeding on sleep quality.

Does her medical background affect the sleep plan? Yes. Uma can assess whether a sleep issue has a medical component (reflux, allergies, growth concerns) and factor that into the plan. Non-physician consultants typically lack this clinical evaluation capability.

What ages does she work with? Uma works with children from birth through age 5.

Is she available for virtual consultations? Yes. Telehealth consultations are available worldwide, making Uma's specialized expertise accessible regardless of location.