Hey, Mama.

My name is Michele, and I’m truly honored that you’re here. If your situation is anything like mine was, you’re likely feeling exhausted and just hoping for a safe, comforting solution to help both you and your little one get some much-needed sleep.

Every baby is different — but sleep disruptions are common (and often overwhelming). In my journey to help my son sleep better, I tried everything: sleep hacks, popular sleep sacks, even that smart bassinet that rocks itself (you know the one). I followed top-rated sleep training programs to the letter. But none of it worked for us.

As I desperately searched for anything else that might help, I was reminded of a topic I had learned in my Clinical Psychology graduate program — particularly Temple Grandin’s research on Deep Touch Pressure and how it had helped calm and regulate young children. I’d seen those effects firsthand. I realized my baby wasn’t trying to be difficult — he was just seeking the steady, gentle input that made him feel supported and soothed (and that's normal).

I set out to find a way to replicate that comforting sensation outside of my own arms. Staying up all night to hold him wasn’t sustainable or safe. And as I explored possible solutions, I realized I wasn’t the only one searching for something like this.

With attention to every detail and a lot of late nights, Dear Mama was born.

As a mom and product designer, I approached this with endless questions and intense care. I obsessed over the safety, the materials, and how this could be something I felt comfortable putting on my own baby. I poured myself into research — especially on swaddling, facilitated tucking, and the calming effects of consistent touch — and then carefully shaped those ideas into a design. Along the way, I shared my concept with pediatric professionals, NICU nurses, occupational therapists, and more. Their encouragement and feedback helped me feel confident I was on the right track.

What resulted was Dear Mama's patented gradually weighted design — created to offer gentle input while respecting babies’ natural movement, breathability and comfort. It's now helping other families like mine, and I’m proud to share it with you.

I’ll never forget the first night my son wore it. He relaxed within minutes, and for the first time in months — he slept through the night. My husband and I cried (literally). Not just because he finally slept, but because we could finally breathe, too.

If you're here, I see you. I was you. And I truly hope this helps bring a little more rest — and a lot more peace — to your nights, too.

With care,

Michele