Little Elf Family Services
Helping families feel more rested, more connected, and more supported from pregnancy through early childhood (available in English and Spanish)
What We Offer:
🌙 Pediatric Sleep Consulting (Ages 0–5) in English and Spanish
For children with and without special needs - Developmentally informed sleep support - Trauma‑responsive, relationship‑based approach - Expertise with neurodivergence, sensory differences, medical complexity, and regulation challenges - Practical, compassionate plans tailored to each family’s values and goals
Families gain more sleep, less stress, and greater confidence—without one‑size‑fits‑all methods
🧠 Circle of Security® Parenting Groups in English and Spanish
Strengthening parent–child relationships - Evidence‑based group program focused on attachment and emotional security - Helps caregivers read children’s cues, support big feelings, and foster resilience - Ideal for parents of young children navigating stress, transitions, or behavioral concerns
Available for community groups, agencies, and family‑serving organizations (for direct service to families, not professionals)
💞 Gottman Relationship Education in English (materials are not available in Spanish)
Supporting the couple relationship during early parenthood
Bringing Baby Home® - Available for expectant and new parents, or for professionals serving them - Strengthens friendship, communication, and co‑parenting - Supports the couple relationship during the transition to parenthood
The Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work® - For couples - Research‑based tools to deepen connection & manage conflict - Helps build a strong foundation for family life
Why Little Elf Family Services?
Led by Lara Elfstrand, M.A., Early Childhood Special Education
o Infant Family-Advanced Transdisciplinary Mental Health Practitioner & Napa Infant Parent Mental Health Fellow
o Certified Pediatric Sleep Interventionist, Palm Pediatric Training Institute
o Gottman Bringing Baby Home® Educator and Trainer
o Gottman Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work® Facilitator
o Circle of Security® Facilitator
o Certified Educator of Infant Massage through Infant Massage USA
Known for breaking complex challenges into manageable, doable steps
Strengths‑based, culturally responsive, and family‑centered
Ideal Partners
First 5 programs
Family resource centers
Home visiting programs
Early intervention and early childhood agencies
Offerings can be adapted for groups, workshops, or individual family support.
Contact
Lara Elfstrand, Little Elf Family Services
📧 lara@little-elf.org
🌐 www.little-elf.org
📍 Located in Auburn, CA
Serving Placer County, Sacramento County, and surrounding areas
Helping families feel more rested, more connected, and more supported—right from the start.
