Irene Gouge

Founder of Loving Lessons Sleep Consulting & Postpartum Doula Solutions

Irene Gouge is a pioneer in gentle sleep coaching and a dedicated advocate for parents navigating the challenges of early childhood. As one of the first 50 graduates of The Gentle Sleep Coaching Program under Kim West (The Sleep Lady), Irene holds certification from the most comprehensive professional sleep training program available.

With a Bachelor’s degree in Education from Illinois State University, Irene’s career has spanned teaching elementary and middle school, running a home daycare, and working for The Walt Disney World Company. These diverse experiences laid the foundation for her to establish Loving Lessons Sleep Consulting & Postpartum Doula Solutions, where she empowers families to learn one of life’s most essential skills: sleep.

Irene has helped hundreds of tired parents implement gentle sleep solutions and positive parenting strategies for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. Known for her compassionate, non-judgmental approach, Irene is committed to fostering love, trust, and secure attachment between parent and child. Her mission is simple yet transformative: to turn sleepless nights into sweet dreams and peaceful days for families.

A resident of Holly Springs since 2004, Irene enjoys spending time with her husband, Keith, and their two sons, Connor and Bailey. In her free time, she loves reading, sipping coffee, listening to podcasts, and supporting women entrepreneurs.

Fun Fact: Irene’s belief that “everything is learnable” has guided her work and inspired countless families to approach parenting with confidence and grace.