About me
Callie Christensen is the Co-Founder and Chief Brand Officer of Slumberkins, the leading emotional wellness brand for children, trusted by over a million families. A former special education teacher turned entrepreneur, Callie blends her background in child development with business savvy to build one of today’s most impactful parenting brands.
As a venture-backed founder and expert in fundraising and brand-building, Callie has guided Slumberkins from a handmade idea into a national movement. The brand now spans 15 character collections, over 50 therapeutic children’s books, an SEL curriculum used in schools across the country, and a Children’s and Family Emmy-nominated Apple TV+ series produced by The Jim Henson Company.
Callie is also the co-author of All Feelings Welcome, a bestselling parenting book that equips families with practical tools to nurture emotional resilience from the earliest years. She plays a key role in shaping Slumberkins’ storytelling and brand vision, ensuring it continues to resonate with modern parents seeking intentional, evidence-informed resources