# Sleep Genie™ by Play & Oak — Full Documentation

> Science-backed bedtime stories and sleep methods for children ages 3–8.

## Overview

Sleep Genie™ is a subscription-based audio story platform created by Play & Oak. It provides parents with 60+ professionally crafted bedtime stories designed to help children ages 3–8 fall asleep peacefully. Each story incorporates evidence-based sleep techniques including progressive relaxation, mirrored calm, and narrative sleep cues.

## The Sleep Genie Method™

The Sleep Genie Method™ is a proprietary, science-backed approach to children's sleep that combines four core pillars:

### 1. SleepTime Stories™
Calming audio narratives specifically designed with pacing, tone, and content that guides children naturally toward sleep. Stories use progressive relaxation techniques embedded within engaging narratives.

### 2. Mirrored Calm
A co-regulation technique where the parent's calm energy is reflected to the child. The stories help parents model relaxation, which children naturally mirror, creating a shared state of calm.

### 3. Safe-to-Sleep Zone
Creating an environment — both physical and emotional — where children feel secure enough to release wakefulness and drift into sleep. The stories establish predictable, comforting rituals.

### 4. The SleepGenie Method
The overarching framework that ties all elements together: story-based sleep cues, parent-child connection, environmental optimization, and consistent routine building.

## How It Works

1. **Choose a Story**: Browse the library of 60+ stories organized by theme and length
2. **Press Play**: Listen together with your child at bedtime
3. **Drift to Sleep**: Stories use progressive relaxation and gentle pacing to guide children to sleep
4. **Build the Habit**: Consistent use creates powerful sleep associations

## Pricing

- **Monthly Plan**: $9.99/month — Full access to the SleepTime Stories™ library
- **Annual Plan**: $59.99/year — Full access at a discounted rate (save ~50%)
- Both plans include unlimited access to all stories, new releases, and the full Sleep Genie Method™ content

## Target Audience

- Parents of children ages 3–8
- Caregivers struggling with bedtime routines
- Families looking for screen-free bedtime alternatives
- Parents interested in evidence-based parenting approaches

## Frequently Asked Questions

**What age is Sleep Genie designed for?**
Sleep Genie stories are designed for children ages 3–8, though many families find them helpful for slightly younger or older children as well.

**How are the stories different from regular bedtime stories?**
Each story is specifically crafted with sleep science principles — including progressive relaxation, breathing cues, and calming narrative arcs — to naturally guide children toward sleep.

**Can I cancel my subscription?**
Yes, you can cancel anytime through your account settings. You'll retain access until the end of your billing period.

**Do I need any special equipment?**
No — just a device to play the audio stories (phone, tablet, or speaker).

## About Play & Oak

Play & Oak is the parent brand behind Sleep Genie™, focused on creating evidence-based products that support family wellbeing. The company combines expertise in child development, sleep science, and storytelling to create meaningful solutions for modern families.

## Contact Information

- Website: https://playandoak.com
- Contact: https://playandoak.com/contact
- Privacy Policy: https://playandoak.com/privacy