Kelsey Flores | Certified Sleep Specialist
Master’s in Education | Focus in Child Development
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Gentle Sleep Training Guides & Little Learners Activity Books
How am I Qualified?
I’m a certified Pediatric Sleep Specialist through Sweet Sleep Academy with additional training in Holistic Sleep Coaching under Lyndsey Hookway. I also hold both a Master’s and Bachelor’s degree in Teaching, with a concentration in Early Childhood Development, from Cal Poly San Luis Obispo and Western Governors University. With years of experience teaching children from preschool through 5th grade, I’ve combined my background in education and child development with my passion for sleep to support over 240 families (and counting!) in finding the rest they need through Peaceful Peanut. Over the years, I’ve also partnered with Parent Participation classes in San Luis Obispo and shared sleep talks at mommy groups across the county, giving parents approachable tools and encouragement to feel confident about their child’s sleep.
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Hello! My name is Kelsey Flores. I’m a wife, teacher, and mom to our sweet Payton (our Peanut) and Brayden. My postpartum journey took an unexpected turn when, at just two months postpartum, I was diagnosed with a rare pregnancy-related cancer called Choriocarcinoma. Going through chemotherapy with a newborn meant sleep wasn’t optional—it was essential. I had to help my daughter sleep well so I could heal.
As I researched sleep, I realized most popular methods focused on training without considering a child’s developmental stage. A four-month-old and an eight-month-old need completely different approaches. With my background in child development, I set out to create a gentler, more developmentally appropriate way to support families.
As Payton grew into a toddler, I saw how much her rested brain could learn. That’s when I expanded Peaceful Peanut to include early learning, because sleep and learning are so deeply connected—and teaching is where my heart and training already were.
Today, Peaceful Peanut brings both together to support your child’s natural rhythm of rest, growth, and learning.
Hi, I’m Kelsey — creator of Peaceful Peanut Sleep. Learn. Grow!
I’m a certified sleep specialist and educator with a Master’s Degree in Education and years of experience teaching preschool and elementary school. I’m passionate about helping families support healthy development through rest, routines, and playful early learning.
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My Sleep Philosophy: Gentle Sleep Teaching
I don’t believe in rigid or stressful “sleep training.” Instead, I teach sleep as a skill—a gradual, responsive process that grows with your child, just like rolling, walking, or talking. By building healthy habits, watching patterns, and making small, supportive changes, most sleep challenges can be solved without ever needing harsh methods.
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My Learning Philosophy: Confident Minds Start Early
Well-rested kids learn better. A rested brain is ready to explore, play, and make lasting connections. My Little Learners Activity Books are designed to build early skills in a fun, developmentally aligned way that boosts confidence during the years when children are eager little sponges.
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Why I Offer Both
Sleep and learning are deeply connected. When children rest well, they grow, thrive, and are ready for meaningful learning. Peaceful Peanut brings both together—supporting your child’s natural rhythm of rest, play, and growth.
Rested bodies grow ready minds.
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