Alright – so today we’ve got the honor of introducing you to Jane Bolalin. We think you’ll enjoy our conversation, we’ve shared it below.
Alright, so we’re so thrilled to have Jane with us today – welcome and maybe we can jump right into it with a question about one of your qualities that we most admire. How did you develop your work ethic? Where do you think you get it from?
My work ethic is a direct inheritance from my parents, both of whom had very little means growing up. Through perseverance and higher education, they built a good life for our family. For them, hard work was the path to a better future, and that fundamental lesson was one they expected me to embrace as I grew up.
In my early teens, I began to want the same things as my friends—the trendy clothes, the new shoes—items my parents generously provided for holidays but not on a regular basis. Instead of simply saying no, they presented me with a different kind of opportunity: to earn the things I wanted for myself. This was the beginning of my first job at age 12: babysitting.
I was a natural caregiver, and my services were in constant demand. Soon, I had standing Friday and Saturday night gigs with families who trusted me completely. While they were out, I would play with the kids, read to them, and create fun snacks. My pockets grew heavy with my earnings from those weekend nights, and I soon had the money to buy the things I wanted. It was a tangible and powerful lesson in the value of hard work.
My career journey continued with a retail job in high school and a summer nannying position during college. After graduating, I was fortunate to land my first job as an elementary school teacher. I spent 23 years in the classroom, pouring long hours into my work, before taking the amazing leap to become an owner and operator of Let Mommy Sleep San Antonio.
Each step of my career has woven together the threads of the work ethic I first learned as a young teen: trust, dependability, organization, communication, and dedication. These are the qualities that enabled me to launch and successfully run my own business. People trust and depend on me to match them with a qualified caregiver for their newborns. Staying organized allows me to effectively wear the many hats required of a business owner. Without clear communication, my business would quickly falter. And my dedication reassures every family and caregiver that I have their best interests at heart.
My work ethic is a living legacy from the two hardest-working people I know- my mom and dad. By watching them work hard and embracing a small job early on, I was able to develop and refine the very skills that were modeled for me my entire life.
Let’s take a small detour – maybe you can share a bit about yourself before we dive back into some of the other questions we had for you?
Let Mommy Sleep San Antonio has proudly provided quality overnight newborn care to families in the area for the past two years. As part of Let Mommy Sleep, a nationally recognized company with over 15 years of experience supporting families through the newborn stage, we are dedicated to meeting parents where they need support most — during their postpartum journey.
Our services include:
-Overnight Newborn Care
-Baby Basics Classes
-Postpartum Visits with a Registered Nurse
We are grateful to have grown within the San Antonio community and look forward to continuing to serve local families with compassion and expertise. Together, we are your village — supporting moms, babies, and families every step of the way.
Our trusted team of overnight caregivers includes Newborn Care Providers (NCPs), Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs), and Registered Nurses (RNs). Each caregiver is thoroughly vetted to ensure every family receives safe, professional, and loving care. We strive to make the transition to overnight support as smooth and comforting as possible, so you can rest easy knowing your baby is in capable hands.
Looking back, what do you think were the three qualities, skills, or areas of knowledge that were most impactful in your journey? What advice do you have for folks who are early in their journey in terms of how they can best develop or improve on these?
Organization, Compassion, and Communication — these three qualities defined my success as an educator, and I quickly realized they would be just as essential when I transitioned into becoming a business owner. Each one plays a vital role in how I manage my business and connect with families and caregivers.
Organization
My best advice for anyone looking to sharpen their organizational skills is simple: start small. Identify one area where being more organized would have the biggest impact. Maybe that is creating a spreadsheet to track and reduce costs, finding a shared calendar tool to coordinate meetings and client visits, or simply decluttering your workspace to create a fresh, focused environment. I view organization as a time-management tool — something that helps me streamline my workflow and ensure everything runs as efficiently as possible.
Compassion
Compassion is essential when running a business. Some days, families open up about what they are going through; other days, they do not. It is impossible to know the full story, but I have learned that treating everyone with empathy and understanding always pays off. If you are looking to strengthen your compassion skills, again — start small. A thoughtful gesture, like sending a note to acknowledge a client, can make a big difference in building trust and lasting relationships.
Communication
Communication is the backbone of my business. I tend to over-communicate — and I tell my clients that up front! The process of setting up care starts with me: I am the first point of contact families meet. From there, our care coordinator matches caregivers with families, and I help connect both parties. Sometimes, details can get lost in the shuffle, but by keeping communication open and transparent, I create an environment where families feel comfortable asking questions and clarifying information. Never assume everyone will catch every detail you share — consistent communication keeps everyone on the same page.
What do you do when you feel overwhelmed? Any advice or strategies?
As a parent, wife, daughter, friend, and business owner, feeling overwhelmed is nothing unusual for me! When it seems like everything is coming at me all at once, I rely on two simple steps: I make a list — and then I step away.
Why make a list?
Moments of being overwhelmed often brings a mix of emotions: anxiety, frustration, even a little panic. Writing things down helps me capture what is on my mind. If I am in the middle of a task, jotting down where I left off lets me take a break without worrying about forgetting something. Once I feel calmer, I can return to the list, prioritize what truly needs to get done, and move forward more efficiently.
Why step away?
Sometimes, feeling overwhelmed comes from several areas of life colliding at once- home, work, family, and everything in between. Taking a break gives me space to breathe and reset. Being overwhelmed is like having a cluttered mind — everything feels jumbled and heavy. But once I step back, I can clear that mental clutter and think with more clarity. Tasks start to feel manageable again, stress levels drop, and I feel more like myself.
When I step away, I might move to another room, take a short walk, sit outside for some fresh air, or read something light for a few minutes. The time I take depends on what I need in that moment. However long it is, it always feels like someone hit a reset button — and I come back grounded, focused, and ready to move forward.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://letmommysleep.com/san-antonio
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/letmommysleepsanantonio/
- Facebook: https://facebook.com/LetMommySleepNightNurses
- Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@LetMommySleep
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