As U.S. Parents rethink baby sleep, "Hey, Sleepy Baby" Founder heads to Japan with Boundless Life. Hey, Sleepy Baby Mar 25, 2026, 09:08 ET Infant Sleep Educator Rachael Shepard-Ohta partners with Boundless Life to learn how cultural context shapes sleep and parenting across global families SAN FRANCISCO, March 25, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ - Rachael Shepard-Ohta, infant sleep educator and founder of Hey, Sleepy Baby, is expanding her global research on sleep and parenting culture through a new partnership with Boundless Life, where she is learning from traveling families while studying how different societies approach baby sleep. Shepard-Ohta, whose platform supports more than half a million parents worldwide, is currently researching cultural perspectives on infant and child sleep for her upcoming book, expected in 2027. The project explores how factors such as parental leave, living arrangements, cultural norms, and community support shape how families experience sleep during early parenthood. Through the partnership, Shepard-Ohta is embedded within Boundless Life's new Kamakura destination, engaging directly with a global community of traveling families while conducting real-time, qualitative research. While in Japan, Shepard-Ohta is meeting with Boundless families from around the world and with local parents, learning how they approach infant sleep within their own cultural and family contexts. She will also share insights from her research so far and gather stories and perspectives from parents navigating sleep across different cultures and living environments. Her work centers on developmentally appropriate, science-backed, attachment-informed sleep support that prioritizes relationships and responsiveness rather than rigid schedules or one-size-fits-all approaches. "Sleep is deeply cultural," said Shepard-Ohta. "The way families approach baby sleep is shaped by everything from parental leave policies to living arrangements to cultural beliefs about independence and connection. I'm excited to listen to families' experiences and learn how different cultures support both parents and babies during the early years. What makes this community especially unique is that these families come from all over the world to immerse themselves in Japanese culture, which creates a unique opportunity to compare how sleep and parenting are approached in their home cultures versus their experience living in Kamakura." Through Hey, Sleepy Baby, Shepard-Ohta teaches that infant sleep unfolds gradually as the nervous system matures and that frequent night waking in infancy is often developmentally normal. Her work focuses on helping parents reduce fear and pressure around sleep while offering strategies that support both child development and parent wellbeing. "At Boundless, we see every day how living across cultures expands the way families approach parenting, learning, and daily life," said Maura Repacci, CEO. "With a global community of families from 50+ countries, our cohorts offer a unique window into how norms like sleep vary across cultures. Rachael's work aligns closely with our belief that exposure to different ways of living can unlock new possibilities for families." About Hey, Sleepy Baby Hey, Sleepy Baby is an online platform supporting more than half a million parents with science-informed, relationship-first guidance around infant and child sleep. Founded by Rachael Shepard-Ohta, an Infant-Parent Mental Health Specialist, Certified Sleep Consultant, Certified Circle of Security Parenting Facilitator, and M.Ed., the platform offers courses, consultations, and resources that help parents better understand biologically normal sleep and make informed decisions that align with their values. Rachael is also the author of an upcoming book exploring cultural approaches to infant sleep, expected in 2027. Through her podcast No One Told Us, she explores the realities of modern parenthood through expert insights, personal stories, and candid conversations. About Boundless Life Boundless Life is pioneering a new way for families to live, work, and learn globally. The company offers fully furnished homes, coworking hubs, and innovative education programs in destinations around the world, enabling families to experience long-term, immersive stays while maintaining work and learning continuity. Through its experiential, place-based model, Boundless empowers families to design more intentional, connected lives. Learn more at boundless.life. Media Contact Annmarie Seldon, Hey, Sleepy Baby, 1 617-448-7416, [email protected], https://heysleepybaby.com/ SOURCE Hey, Sleepy Baby

Fast Company names Boundless Life one of the World's Most Innovative Companies as global family living gains momentum. Boundless Hospitality Corp. Mar 25, 2026, 06:00 ET Boundless Life is named one of Fast Company's Most Innovative Companies of 2026, joining Google, Airbnb, and Reddit, recognizing its model integrating global living, remote work, and experiential education. NEW YORK, March 25, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ - Boundless Life, a global platform for location-independent families, has been named to Fast Company's list of the World's 50 Most Innovative Companies of 2026, recognizing its pioneering model integrating family living, remote work, and place-based education across eight international destinations. As more families rethink traditional schooling and lifestyle design, Boundless Life enables them to live abroad in curated communities while children participate in an experiential education system rooted in real-world problem-solving, cultural immersion, and global citizenship. "Families are no longer separating where they live, work, and learn," said Mauro Repacci, CEO and Co-Founder of Boundless Life. "They're redesigning it entirely. We're building the infrastructure to support that shift. We're making it possible to prioritize connection, flexibility, and hands-on engagement with the world." Boundless Life operates across three continents, with destinations in Greece, Montenegro, Spain, Italy, Portugal, Bali, Uruguay, and Japan. Learners ages 1.5 to 14 engage in interdisciplinary, project-based experiences that build critical thinking, creativity, and collaboration - skills essential for navigating an increasingly complex world. With more than 1,600 families from over 50 countries, Boundless Life serves a rapidly growing community of families seeking a more intentional and globally connected way of life. More than 40% of families return for additional cohorts, underscoring strong demand and community retention. As interest in worldschooling, remote work, and long-term family travel rises, Boundless Life sits at the intersection of major global trends reshaping how families live and learn. The World's Most Innovative Companies is Fast Company's hallmark franchise and one of its most anticipated editorial efforts of the year. To select honorees, editors and writers evaluate thousands of submissions through a competitive process, identifying organizations driving progress across industries and geographies. The result is a global guide to innovation, from early-stage startups to some of the world's most valuable companies. "Our list of the Most Innovative Companies is about spotlighting organizations that don't just adapt to change - they drive it," said Brendan Vaughan, editor-in-chief of Fast Company. "The companies we honor this year are redefining what leadership looks like in 2026, pairing bold ideas with measurable impact and turning breakthrough innovation into real-world value. They are setting the pace for their industries and offering a blueprint for what sustained innovation can achieve." The full list of Fast Company's Most Innovative Companies honorees can now be found at fastcompany.com. It will also be available on newsstands beginning March 31, 2026. About Boundless Life Boundless Life is pioneering a new way of living, working, and learning. The company offers family-friendly homes, coworking spaces, and a progressive, place-based education system in destinations around the world. Through its experiential model, Boundless Life enables families to integrate travel, work, and education - fostering global citizenship, deeper learning, and meaningful human connection. For more information, please visit boundless.life. About Fast Company Fast Company is the only media brand fully dedicated to the vital intersection of business, innovation, and design, engaging the most influential leaders, companies, and thinkers on the future of business. Headquartered in New York City, Fast Company is published by Mansueto Ventures LLC, along with fellow business publication Inc. For more information, please visit fastcompany.com. Media Contact: Megan K. Miller Media Contact Megan Miller, Boundless Hospitality Corp., 1 4153101114 4153101114, [email protected], boundless.life SOURCE Boundless Hospitality Corp.