Winkle is a sleep training app designed to help parents simplify their child’s sleep and meal schedule using expert-recommended routines. The app supports methods like the Ferber sleep method and can be customized to use the Cry-it-out method.
Winkle is available on Android devices via the Google Play Store and on iPhones via the App Store.
After downloading and installing the app, you can create a profile for your child and their date of birth. The app will then recommend a personalized sleep and meal schedule.
Yes. When you create your child’s profile, it comes loaded with smart expert-recommended defaults out-of-the-box. You can customize the settings under Settings -> Schedule.
After creating a profile for you child(ren), you can log their sleep and wake times, and meals. The app will report what the next steps are and what the child’s schedule will look based on previous naps and meals.
The Ferber method, also known as graduated extinction, involves letting your child cry for gradually increasing periods of time before comforting them. This method helps teach your child to self-soothe and fall asleep independently.
The Cry-it-out method involves letting your child cry for a specified period of time without immediate intervention. This method aims to help children learn to fall asleep on their own.
Yes, Winkle allows you to set reminders for your child’s sleep and meal times. You can customize the notifications to suit your schedule and preferences.
Winkle provides access to expert-recommended routines and tips on sleep training. You can also find articles and resources within the app to help you better understand and implement sleep training techniques.
To reset your child’s profile, go to the settings menu within the app and select the option to reset or delete the profile. Please note that this will erase all saved data for that profile.
To delete your account and all data associated with the account, go to the settings menu within the app and select the option to reset or delete the account. Please note that this will erase all saved data for that account.
Please contact us any time. We are here to help with any questions or issues you may have.
Yes, we take your privacy and data security seriously. Winkle uses Google’s Firebase authentication to protect your personal information and ensure your data is safe.
Yes, Winkle allows you to share your child’s progress and reports with other caregivers or family members. You can do this through the app by adding their email addresses in Settings -> Sharing.