FAQ
Questions parents ask us most.
Everything you'd want to know before your child's first story.
What is SLEEPO?
SLEEPO is a nonprofit personalized storytelling program for children and families. We create bedtime stories inspired by each child's age, interests, strengths, culture, experiences, and growth goals. The stories are designed to support confidence, character, healthy habits, emotional awareness, cultural connection, and meaningful family time.
What makes SLEEPO different from ordinary children's stories?
Instead of giving every child the same story, SLEEPO builds stories around an individual child. A story may reflect the child's name, favorite activities, family traditions, talents, challenges, or a life lesson selected by the parent. The goal is for children to recognize their own world in the story and connect more deeply with its message.
How does the program work?
- A parent or legal guardian enrolls the child.
- The parent completes the SLEEPO Success Matrix.
- SLEEPO creates personalized stories using the family's responses.
- The family receives and listens to the stories.
- Parents can share feedback and update preferences as the child grows.
How do I sign up?
Create your child's profile at register.sleepo.org. You will share a few basics and complete the SLEEPO Success Matrix so we understand what to build the stories around.
How long until our first story arrives?
Most families receive their first personalized story within a day or two after completing the Success Matrix.
What ages is SLEEPO built for?
SLEEPO stories are designed for children roughly ages 2–12, with story tone and complexity adjusted to your child's age.
Is SLEEPO only for bedtime?
No. Bedtime is a natural time for calm listening and family connection, but stories can also be enjoyed during quiet time, car rides, travel, or other family moments.
Are the stories audio or written?
SLEEPO focuses on a personalized listening experience. We will craft personalized stories for your child, and after your approval, they will be recorded as audio stories to be played at bedtime.
How often will my child receive stories?
We suggest at least 3 stories per week to help make SLEEPO a familiar part of your child's routine. If you'd like additional stories, feel free to ask the SLEEPO team.
Can we listen to a story more than once?
Yes. Children often enjoy returning to familiar stories, and repeated listening can reinforce positive messages and make the story part of a comforting routine.
Why is it called a participation fee?
SLEEPO is a nonprofit family program, not a commercial story subscription. The heavily subsidized price is for families' ongoing involvement & commitment to the program.
Founding Family Pricing
As an early nonprofit still building our community, we're currently offering 50% off the participation fee for families who join now as Founding Families. This discount applies to our full pricing — including the sibling rate — and stays with you for as long as you remain an active, continuously enrolled family in the SLEEPO program. For one child, that brings the rate down to $25 per month.
You start with your first month free (no credit card required).
How much does SLEEPO cost?
Your first month is free, with no credit card required. Our standard participation fee is $50 per month for the first child and $40 for each additional sibling. Families joining now receive our 50% Founding Family rate, bringing the current fee to $25 per month for one child, $45 for two children, $65 for three, and $85 for four.
| Children enrolled | Monthly fee |
|---|---|
| One child | $50$25 |
| Two children | $90$45 |
| Three children | $130$65 |
| Four children | $170$85 |
Prices shown reflect the current 50% Founding Family discount off our standard rate.
Each enrolled child has an individual profile and personalized story experience.
Who qualifies for the additional-sibling rate?
The sibling rate applies to each additional sibling enrolled as part of the same family. Contact us if you have questions about a particular family arrangement.
Can I cancel anytime?
Yes. There's no long-term contract — you can cancel whenever it makes sense for your family, with no notice required. Your subscription stays active through the end of your current paid month, so you'll have full access until then.
Can I pause my subscription instead of cancelling?
Under special circumstances, we're able to offer a one-month pause of your subscription. This can help preserve your current rate if you think you might return. Reach out to us at amit@sleepofoundation.org and we'll take a look at what works for your family.
What happens if I re-enroll after cancelling?
Re-enrollment is available at our regular, full participation fee rate. Any discounted or founding family pricing applies only to an active, continuous subscription and is not retained after cancellation.
Where do participation fees go?
As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, SLEEPO uses participation fees and donations together to sustain the program and fund access for families who need additional support.
Is financial assistance available?
Sponsored participation or financial assistance may be available depending on current donations and program resources. Families who need support are encouraged to contact SLEEPO privately at amit@sleepofoundation.org.
Are participation fees tax-deductible?
A fee paid in exchange for program participation is generally different from a charitable donation. Please consult a qualified tax professional about your situation. Separate donations to SLEEPO Foundation may be tax-deductible as permitted by law.
What information do you use in stories?
Your child's name, interests, and the strengths, growth areas, life skills and values, and passions you share through the Success Matrix — details that make each story feel written specifically for them.
Do I have to answer every profile question?
No. Share only what you are comfortable providing. More detail can make a story feel more personal, but please do not submit highly sensitive information such as passwords, financial information, government identification numbers, medical records, or exact daily schedules.
Can I update my child's profile?
Yes. Children's interests and needs change. Parents can provide new preferences, goals, or feedback so future stories continue to feel relevant.
Can parents choose a lesson or theme?
Yes. Parents can suggest a skill, habit, family value, or situation for a story to explore — such as confidence, friendship, kindness, perseverance, organization, healthy habits, cultural traditions, school experiences, or trying something new. We aim to communicate lessons through enjoyable stories.
Can stories reflect our family's culture and language?
Yes — we design with diverse families in mind and personalize stories to reflect your family's traditions and values wherever possible.
Are stories available in different languages?
Language availability depends on SLEEPO's current capabilities. Share your preferred language during enrollment, and the team will confirm what is available.
Can siblings or other family members appear in a story?
Yes, when requested by a parent or guardian. Siblings, parents, grandparents, and other important people can be included using appropriate details supplied by the family. Families may also request a shared sibling story.
Can a story use my child's favorite copyrighted character?
You may tell us what kinds of characters your child enjoys. To respect intellectual-property rights, SLEEPO may create an original character with similar positive qualities instead of reproducing a protected character, brand, or story world.
Can I request a story about a difficult situation?
Parents may request age-appropriate stories about experiences such as starting school, making friends, moving, sibling disagreements, performance nerves, or developing a new habit. SLEEPO can support family conversations, but it is not a substitute for medical, psychological, educational, or legal care.
What if my child does not connect with a story?
Tell us what did and did not work — the topic, pace, style, characters, language, or personalization. Parent feedback helps SLEEPO better understand your child's preferences and improve future stories.
In whose voice can the story be recorded?
For the strongest personal connection, SLEEPO suggests considering voices in this order:
- A parent or guardian
- Extended family, such as grandparents, aunts, uncles, or cousins
- A family friend the child knows
- An AI-assisted cloned voice or voice artist, when available and used with appropriate consent
Can I enroll more than one child?
Yes. Each enrolled child will have an individual Success Matrix and stories personalized to their age, interests, and goals.
Will siblings receive the same story?
No. Each child will receive stories tailored to their profile. Parents may request a shared sibling story when appropriate.
What if my children are different ages?
That is completely fine. Vocabulary, story structure, themes, and length are adjusted for each child's age and developmental level.
Is SLEEPO safe for children?
SLEEPO is designed as a parent-guided program. A parent or legal guardian enrolls the child, decides what information to share, and can provide feedback. We aim for age-appropriate, respectful, encouraging stories.
Does my child communicate directly with SLEEPO?
Never. Only parents or guardians interact with the SLEEPO team.
Is my child's information private?
Information is used to personalize and deliver your child's stories. SLEEPO does not sell children's or families' personal information. For details about collection, storage, sharing, correction, and deletion, please read our Privacy Page.
Will my child's story be shared publicly?
A personalized story is accessible only to the parent or guardian of your child. Your child's story will not be used publicly as a sample, testimonial, promotion, or social-media post.
Does SLEEPO use artificial intelligence?
SLEEPO may use technology, including AI-assisted tools, in story development, narration, or program operations. Technology supports the creative process; it does not replace parent involvement, privacy safeguards, content standards, or responsible review.
Are stories reviewed before children receive them?
SLEEPO applies quality and safety standards to personalized content. Parents are also encouraged to listen with their children, particularly when a story addresses a sensitive or family-specific situation.
Is SLEEPO a nonprofit?
Yes — SLEEPO Foundation is an IRS-recognized 501(c)(3) public charity, EIN 39-4188744.
Is SLEEPO therapy or medical treatment?
SLEEPO is an educational and family storytelling program, not a medical or therapeutic service. SLEEPO does not diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent medical, developmental, behavioral, mental-health, or sleep conditions. Parents with concerns about their child's health, development, behavior, mental health, or sleep should consult an appropriately qualified professional.
Can SLEEPO guarantee a particular result or make my child fall asleep?
No. Stories can support a calm routine, reflection, connection, imagination, and positive family conversations, but SLEEPO cannot guarantee sleep or a specific behavioral, educational, emotional, or health outcome.
Does my child need to use a screen?
No, SLEEPO is completely audio based. Many parents use Bluetooth speakers or a parent can start the story and place the device aside or turn off the display.
Should a parent listen with the child?
Shared listening is encouraged whenever possible. It can create opportunities for connection, reassurance, and simple conversations about the story. Older children may also listen independently based on the parent's judgment.
What can we talk about regarding the story, the next morning or later?
Try one relaxed question: “What was your favorite part?”, “How did the character feel?”, “What would you have done?”, or “What should happen next?” A warm, brief conversation is enough.
What happens after enrollment?
Parents receive information about next steps, expected timing, story access, participation fees, profile updates, and how to provide feedback.
Can schools or community organizations work with SLEEPO?
Yes. SLEEPO welcomes conversations with schools, libraries, cultural organizations, community groups, and family associations. Feel free to reach out to us to discuss a partnership.
Can I donate without enrolling a child?
Yes. Donations help expand access, strengthen the program, and bring personalized stories to more children.
How can I contact SLEEPO?
Use our Contact page. Please do not include highly sensitive personal, medical, financial, or identifying information in a general message.
Still Have a Question?
We're a small, founder-led nonprofit — reach out any time and you'll hear directly from us.
Phone: 425-223-1361
SLEEPO Foundation, 7241 185th Ave NE #2814, Redmond, WA 98073