For almost three decades, Mar De Carlo, Visionary, Founder & Mentor to Holistic Leaders Worldwide, has been guiding the global evolution of holistic education as a visionary leader, author and mentor.

As founder of the International Parenting & Health Institute™ and the Association of Professional Sleep Consultants, Mar has trained thousands of professionals through her Holistic Science of Sleep and Method™, Physical Awakening Method™ and embodied leadership frameworks.

Her mentorship blends science, spirituality, and business strategy to help leaders build impactful, prosperous practices that serve humanity.

“Financial freedom, emotional fulfillment and service to humanity are all forms of holistic well-being.” ~ Mar De Carlo

Mar De Carlo is a visionary leader, naturopathy practitioner, and global educator committed to elevating how the world supports families and wellness professionals. Warm-spirited and deeply mission-driven, Mar brings more than 27 years of integrative health, coaching, psychology, and holistic education experience to her work, guiding thousands of professionals in more than 70 countries to transform lives with empathy, ethics, science, and holistic excellence.

Mar is widely regarded as the founder of the holistic sleep coaching movement, pioneering a new era of sleep support rooted in science, emotional health, safety, and whole-family well-being.

With a passion for innovation and a heart for service, Mar is widely regarded as:

The founder of the holistic sleep coaching movement

The creator of the world’s first Holistic Pregnancy & Child Sleep Consultant Certification

The creator of the first Integrative Adult Sleep Coach Certification

The developer of the world’s first Holistic Children & Teen Sleep Coach Certification

The developer of the world’s first Holistic Pre- & Postnatal Nutrition Coach Certification

She is also recognized as the founder of the first Baby Planner Certification and author of the first and foundational book establishing the baby planner profession, a milestone that shaped a new industry and set global standards still used today.

Mar’s pioneering work is rooted in her belief that wellness, family life, and professional success thrive when we honor the whole person, body, mind, emotions, energy, environment, and community. She created the Holistic Science of Sleep Method™ to bring compassionate, evidence-informed, non-sleep-training solutions to both adult and child sleep challenges, forever transforming how families are supported worldwide.

A lifelong learner and creative soul, Mar infuses her teachings with authenticity, mindfulness, and a deep respect for human potential. She is the founder of the International Parenting & Health Institute (IPHI), the Association of Professional Sleep Consultants, the International Academy for Baby Planner Professionals, and the Physical Awakening® approach to embodiment and mindful movement.

She is an avid researcher and holistic educator with an abundance of training and experience in the health, fitness, parenting, business and expressive arts industries. She is known for her innovative curriculum development and creative, cutting edge and integrative approach connecting and bridging systems in a variety of industries across the globe that have transformed thousands of lives in 70 countries in 9 languages with high quality evidenced based holistic programs since 2009.

Mar is the founder of the Association of Professional Sleep Consultants (APSC) and creator of the Holistic Science of Sleep Method™, a groundbreaking, non-sleep-training framework integrating science, psychology, developmental principles, and somatic awareness.

Her book, Awakening Through Sleep: A Transformational and Spiritual Guide, has become a foundational resource for families and professionals seeking a conscious, holistic approach to sleep and well-being.

With deep compassion and commitment, Mar has trained and mentored thousands of professionals across more than 70 countries, including:

Medical doctors & psychologists

Nurses, midwives & lactation consultants

Dentists & airway specialists

Integrative & naturopathic practitioners

Sleep consultants & wellness coaches

Educators, therapists & birth professionals

Her graduates carry forward a legacy of ethical practice, emotional intelligence, holistic excellence, and family-centered care.

As the founder of IPHI, APSC, the International Academy for Baby Planner Professionals, and the Physical Awakening® embodiment method, Mar bridges science and soul, logic and intuition, intelligence and compassion. Her work is grounded, sincere, and deeply human, rooted in the belief that empowered parents and regulated, supported professionals create healthier generations.

Mar’s work has been featured on Good Morning America, U.S. News & World Report, LA Times, New York Post, HuffPost, Consumer Reports, Pregnancy & Newborn Magazine, and more.

More than her achievements, Mar is known for her presence, inclusiveness, creative spirit, and unwavering devotion to elevating human potential. Through her teaching, mentorship, and leadership, she continues to guide wellness professionals to build meaningful careers, serve others with integrity, and awaken to their truest, most empowered expression.

Her experience includes:

Group Teaching Experience: 27 years

Individual Coaching Experience: 27 years

Research Experience: 22 years

Work Experience: 40 years

Mar’s academic foundation includes a bachelor’s in communication and over 33 certifications and continued education in the following industries:

Naturopathy Practitioner

Baby Planner

Pediatric Sleep Medicine

Health & Wellness Coach

Corporate Coach

Stress Management Coach

Nutrition Coach

Pre-Postnatal Coach

Birth Psychology

Conscious Parenting

Law of Attraction

Neuroscience

Energy Psychology

Emotional Intelligence

Meditation

Breathwork

Dance Therapy

Acting

Yoga

Sound Healer

Pilates

Reiki

Personal Trainer

Group Exercise