Linda Szmulewitz
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, The Chicago New Moms Group
Biographical Info
Linda Szmulewitz is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and a certified Gentle Sleep Coach. 7 years ago, she developed an educational and supportive program for first time moms of babies 0-6 months old called The Chicago New Moms Group. The group offers 6 week sessions that provide new moms with an opportunity to come together in a non judgmental and nurturing environment to both connect with others in similar circumstances and to find answers to many new parenting questions.
In additional to developing and running The Chicago New Moms Group, Linda works as a sleep consultant for children ages 0-6 years old to help their improve family functioning by empowering parents to help their children learn the life long skill of sleep. Through a process that involves a comprehensive assessment and consultation and the development of a plan, parents are given the tools to help their children learn how to sleep at all stages and in a variety of circumstances. By starting where the family is and working through each family’s individual goals, parents are able to successfully teach their children this essential skill.
Notes
The Modern Mom Society Podcast, Episode 29: Things you never knew about motherhood (until you became a mom) and the importance of finding your mom tribe
Blog post: All of the things moms never thought about before they had their first child