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The Gentle Sleep Specialist

Locality: Perth, Western Australia

Phone: +61 404 987 982

Address: 10 Sleep lane 6164 Perth, WA, Australia

Website: http://www.gentlesleep.com.au/

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25.01.2022 Tara has put together a list of 5 sleep tips with twins or multiples See link below and share with a Mumma that you think would find these tips helpful: https://gentlesleep.com.au/tips-baby-sleep-multiples-twins/... Image via: Snugglehunnykids #twinmum #twiceasnice #mumof3 #mumofthree #mumoffour #mumof4

24.01.2022 CLOSING TONIGHT! Dont miss out on joining us in JULY for the Baby Sleep Program (plus get 20% off the Ultimate Daily Baby Guide) Join here: https://gentlesleep.mykajabi.com/baby-sleep-program-home-pa

23.01.2022 What to do when your babe wakes from a short nap?! First things first you do not need to spend ages trying to get the extension. Unless your babe is under 4 months there is a very slim chance you will be able to rescue that short nap. Newborns are much easier to re settle alternative ways. You can try but my preference is for you to give your little one a few minutes if they are crying to see if they will settle if not you can get your Bub up. If your little one is whinging... or playing I would stay out and allow for 20-30 min to see if bub will re settle if they are ok. Check awake times, in my experience babies who wake crying hard after 30 min are often needing a tad less awake time so they could have been over tired. Bubs who wake ok but after 40-50 min may need more awake time so you could try adding 15 min before that nap the next day. I would typically after a short nap still run their usual awake time before the next nap. You could take off say 10-20 min if you feel bub is really tired but i tend to find this may cause them to fight that sleep or catnap again. Remember your little one has no idea how long they slept for so many still want their usual awake period even when they are tired. The most important thing to know around catnapping is that it is resolved when your babe has the ability to fall asleep in their sleep space from awake without having to use external props. So that they get into a deep sleep and when they awaken it’s so brief, then drifting straight into the next sleep cycle. If your babe has to fully awaken to find something or use something to get back to sleep there’s a good chance they may have missed the bus into the next sleep cycle. Some may be able to but many become chronic catnappers until they learn to settle and know how to re settle. We teach everything you need to know about resolving catnapping step by step in the baby sleep program. Next round opens 4th of feb.

21.01.2022 The 4 most common causes of little ones waking after the first sleep cycle in the evening. 1. Overtired, I cannot tell you how often this is the answer. Sleep promotes sleep. 2. Little ones falling asleep in a different place to where they wake. If your little one falls asleep in your arms for example and then comes to a light phase 40 minutes later it wont take them long to realise things are not the same as when they fell asleep. I always say Bubs who rely on constant pr...ops "sleep with one eye open". 3. An inability to self settle. Babies wake but when they have the ability and familiarity to drift into the next cycle thats what they will do time and time again. 4. A nap schedule that is too early leaving bedtime falling early. Little ones can then mistake this as a nap. Try pulling out their last nap a little and having more awake time before last nap rather than bed. @snugglehunnykids @raising_them_kind

21.01.2022 Is your toddler ready to drop their final nap? https://gentlesleep.com.au/toddler-drop-final-nap/

21.01.2022 Do you have weekly traditions or things you do that mean the most as a family?

20.01.2022 Final tickets for tomorrows sleep seminar in Singleton

20.01.2022 Haha. We all felt it at least once.

20.01.2022 Ok here goes, if your partner male or female could be anything as a profession and you got the benefits of it, which one would it be. a. Chef b. Masseuse ... c. Hairdresser d. Work at your favourite store meaning 50% off. e. For good measure - sleep consultant GO!

19.01.2022 Peaceful bedtimes Quicker settles No more battles No more frustration and tears No more night waking... Make the transition from cot to bed with the knowledge behind you. The toddler sleep program has transformed bedtimes for so many families who now look forward to their evenings. https://gentlesleep.mykajabi.com/toddler-sleep-program-home

18.01.2022 My big girl was 7 on the weekend. She was an unsettled newborn. She cried a lot. I felt so helpless.... I tried everything. She slept so poorly that when she was 3.5 months old I didn’t recognise that her crying throughout the night was from a UTI I just thought it was another bad night, it went to her kidneys, I am a paediatric nurse and that happened. I was devastated. It was the turning point, I put good sleep as a priority, our lives turned around. It was such a challenging time as a new mum,before I got sleep sorted. I felt so much despair. It’s now the reason I’m here. My point, our challenges can be our greatest outcomes. My other point, get sleep sorted. Final point. Happy birthday my precious precious baby girl. You are so infinitely loved. My heart is home with you baby girl.

18.01.2022 Mummas who always feels the need to fix? Ive always been a fixer not just for my kids but for anyone that I could help that was going through a hard time or sad. I used to be terrible at holding space for people to let them be sad or have their issues. Im learning and have worked with incredible coaches around boundaries and managing the load that being an empath can carry with it. But this quote is so so important for us to remember with our children. Who hears me?

16.01.2022 I am currently completing the baby sleep program run by Tara and the results have been nothing short of life changing!! This is my second baby and I have suffered the most debilitating post natal depression! It has been the hardest 3 months of my life!! I used all of Taras methods with my first baby and had incredible results but knew I would need a little extra help this time round so as soon as my daughter Billie hit 3 months I signed up! Day 5 and she is self settling an...d starting to extend her naps! She is only waking once per night...amazing!! But the biggest change has been the confidence this program has given me!! I was very anxious at the beginning but having Taras support really helps! She is so kind, caring and knowledgeable!! Even with all the other Mums and Dads in the program she answers every question and honestly it feels like you are getting one on one support! Tara are you are a superwoman!! Anyone that is struggling mentally or just having a battle with sleep issues, it doesnt need to be this way!! Do yourself a favour and sign up! Do it! It will change your life!! Tara thank you again. You honestly will never know how much this has changed my life

15.01.2022 We are open!!! Join us this month. https://gentlesleep.mykajabi.com/baby-sleep-program-home-pa

15.01.2022 Tara has literally changed my life. The program and support is incredible and I will be eternally grateful for the skills and knowledge she has provided me with. My 6mo baby went from being up 6-8 times a night and requiring me to put him to sleep every nap, to sleeping through or walking for 1 feed and putting himself to sleep in the blink of an eye within 2 days. It is incredible and I can't recommend Tara enough. #topsleeptips #perthsleepconsultant #kidsatplay #conciousparenting #dailyparenting #motherhooddiaries

14.01.2022 Mum V Dad Dear mama I say this is at great risk but with great love. I know you may do it better, I know you may do things quicker, perhaps even the right way dare I say it. I know that it can be hard to sit back and watch your partners take things into their own hands, to do things differently with your little ones. ... I know you may worry that they might make it harder or the routine off track. Perhaps things may take a little longer, or your little one prefers you to do it. Sometimes just the loss of control may set your already anxious mind into overdrive. I get it. But heres what I know from dads. Many find it overwhelming, it takes them time to work out their role and build confidence. Most of all what I know is that the quickest way to help them lose their confidence and take that step back is criticism, not enough practice and feelings of being incapable. So I encourage you to give dad the chance to do the settle, let dad dress them in a weird and wonderful way, give dad the space without critique, step out, step back, encourage. Start small if you are always someone who wants to do it yourself. And dads for god sake please just take some of the instruction, even 10% of it (unless its my sleep programs 100%) Or simply listen because there is a good chance the mum on the other side of that instruction has nearly lost her mind trying to get things to this point with your little one. Healthy marriages everywhere in the land of sleep deprivation Ps. I get this doesnt apply to all. Insert sense of humour before reading xx @Thomas.m.lloyd

13.01.2022 Oh hello! Were open for Toddler Sleep NOW. About 2.5 yrs on. This ones for you x

12.01.2022 You ready? 1st July. Be there early x

11.01.2022 We are open Wednesday 1st July for the next round of The Baby Sleep Program. Whos in???

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11.01.2022 Who had a corona honk party?!?

10.01.2022 HOW CAN I PREVENT MY BABY BEING OVERTIRED? Be mindful of age appropriate awake times and try to stick close to them Watch for tired signs (decreased activity or interest in surroundings, becoming less vocal, eyes are less focused) Avoid overtired signs (irritability, eye rubbing, yawning)... Ensure your little ones sleep environment is conducive to great sleep - dark rooms, white noise, no lullabies or lights. Make naps a priority and allow time in your day preferably nap one and or two to offer your little one good quality sleep at home. Try and avoid snack feeding and snack sleeping. Keeping your little one awake on feeds to ensure they have had a good feed will mean you can then focus on lengthier sleeps without worrying that they may be waking due to hunger. 15 minutes prior to your child’s age appropriate nap/bedtime approaching, be on the lookout for tired signs! Pairing these things together can make for much quicker and easier settles and often your little one will sleep deeper and longer. Over-tiredness can be hard on everyone, no one more so than your child. @amandalynphotographyperth

09.01.2022 Join me tonight on INSTAGRAM at 7:30pm WA time to talk toddlers!

09.01.2022 Latest podcast out now with the incredible @thejoyfulhabitscoach This episode is jam packed with ways to re ignite joy back into motherhood. Katherine and I talk overwhelm, clutter, habits and doing mum life better. She’s a phenomenal woman and this episode will give you a lot of ah ha moments.... You won’t regret the listen https://podcasts.apple.com//the-baby-sleep-p/id1541091872

08.01.2022 I just had a beautiful client ask if teething and lying down is related to why her little one had suddenly began loosing it and fighting nappy changes. This is my response. Its called the fucking nightmare period it involves distraction, wrestling, a shit tone of patience and a sprinkle of sweat appearing on your forehead afterwards. Ways to help the fucking nightmare period include. 1. Slowing down - explain and talk to them.... 2. Connecting first before you just pick them up and pop them onto the table. 3. Laughter, respect and distraction. And lets be honest the rest involves internalised swearing and deep breaths. Happy happy changing Mummas its not just your kid!

08.01.2022 Join me on INSTAGRAM tonight to talk about regressions, transitioning to one nap and navigating your 1-2 year olds sleep. Including regressions at 16-18 months x

08.01.2022 Mothers groups!! I would love to come and visit. Lets get together and talk about little ones sleep. Shoot me a text 0404987982 if your group would be interested. If you are over East I host free virtual Mothers group talks also!

07.01.2022 Sleep tools I recommend for your little ones sleep! There are many things that can cause issues around your little ones sleep. The most problematic sleep crutches tend to be those that mean your little one is put to sleep or cues sleep is coming from a role you may be playing. Such as rocking to sleep, dummies and feeding to sleep as some examples. Some little ones will still sleep beautifully when these external roles are played but many dont. ... Here are some sleep tools that dont put your little one to sleep but can be a great asset around sleep. Sleeping bags, I prefer to use these over blankets they are far more reliable and dont require your attention during the nigh. They are also a great CUE for sleep but they dont play a role in physically putting your babe to sleep. If your little one is under 4 months a swaddle or love to dream is the perfect option! Comforter, lovey, teddy. I absolutely love the use of a comforters when it comes to little ones sleep. I recommend only having them for sleep time and where possible keeping them in the cot unless they are required for times of separation from you such as daycare drop offs for example. My favourite comforter is a @riffraff but you can choose the one that best suits you, there is no right or wrong. Please follow sids safe guidelines around introducing comforters. White noise - just a low, true - white, brown or pink noise is great and has proven studies around its effectiveness to encourage deeper sleep. It is also a great tool to block out external noises. Gro clock for little ones typically above 2-2.5 years can be a wonderful tool when it comes to early morning waking. It should be said that often just having the gro clock isnt always going to fix early mornings you will need to put in the work of returning your babe and keeping the boundary in place around the sun being up. Be sure to start early and dont have unrealistic expectations. T xx

07.01.2022 Another heartfelt, and life-changing review for Tara and her team. After months of broken and anxiety-provoking sleep issues with our 18-month-old son, we had come to the end of our tether. Our son was hard to put to sleep and waking multiple times overnight in fits of hysteria and we were beginning to think something medical was at play. After one phone call with Tara I was reassured that his issues were behavioural, and once resolved, he would begin to flourish in both his ...demeanor and development. We booked the Sleepy Tots package and Nicola came to our house for the consultation. Immediately we connected with her and her style; non-judgmental, reassuring and warm. The first night was eye-opening as it taught us perspective, it was so nice to hear that we werent alone, there was others out there with children just like ours and it made us feel at ease that although tough, we were ultimately doing the best thing for him through helping him discover the gift of sleep. Taras daily follow ups were a godsend, and allowed us to tweak things and stay the course through her reassuring words and confidence boost. Flash forward a few months now and we have a happy, content and thriving almost-2 year old. And best of all we are less anxious, feel empowered in our decision making, and can see the umpteen benefits and positives this training has created for our family. Thank you Tara and Nicola - youve changed our lives. Blessed See more

07.01.2022 Dear husband, I know there might only be one wage right now. Perhaps you might not believe in a sleep consultant.... I know it might even seem mad to need help in this area. I know it might not even seem that bad. Perhaps your mum did it a little differently. Or maybe this just seems like another try and fail program. But what if I told you the days could be brighter your little one would just thrive. Perhaps your wife would feel a little herself again day by day. What if I told you the relational, emotional and physical well-being of your family rests heavily on sleep. That it is common that husbands aren’t convinced until they are and that my heart is invested in the outcome more than you could imagine for your family. I would love to be there for your family, to see those brighter days x I wrote this post with the most sincerest respect and understanding to circumstances of one wage and that as I described above sn’t always the case. But this post is to let Dads know that I am also aware of your apprehensions too and I don’t let them down.

07.01.2022 Its so time hey, to let go of blaming one thing to the next. To recognise the importance of sleep. To acknowledge it plays a critical role in the emotional, physical, development and relational well being of your little one and the entire family. Its time to see them thrive with good sleep, to see their tummies settle, their eating habits change for the better, to see less irritability, to build their immunity, to encourage their growth and development. Its time to stop ba...ttling and dreading every sleep time, its time to stop going to bed with anxiety wondering what the night will bring. Its time to see them thrive with good sleep, to see their tummies settle, their eating habits change for the better, to see less irritability, to build their immunity, to encourage their growth and development. Its time to get back to spending time with their siblings again, to re connect as a couple, to put your mental health first. The Baby Sleep Program 3m -2.5years in a cot. See you soon September families https://gentlesleep.mykajabi.com/baby-sleep-program-home-pa

06.01.2022 What type of white noise is best for babies? White noise can be ideal when you have other children in the house or if the location of their room is near a lot of traffic. I generally tell clients to: Keep white noise low... Make sure it’s soft in nature I typically advise against white noise in the form of constant shushing or static Hope the above tips help x Image via: jamiekay #babysleeptips #perthsleepconsultant #kidsatplay #conciousparenting #dailyparenting #motherhooddiaries

06.01.2022 Only 7 spots left! Expecting? Is your newborn under 6 weeks? Learn about Newborn sleep, establishing healthy sleep habits, nurturing sleep from the start. I believe that newborns need our comfort, time to adjust into their new surrounding, a focus on feeding, touch, connection and all of the wonderful things a 4th trimester brings. This can all be done whilst still having the knowledge around little ones sleep, that will set you up for the months, years ahead.... Learn more about newborns sleep, establishing healthy sleep habits, expectations around sleep. Get all of your burning questions answered. 30th November 7:30pm - 9 pm $35 10 High Street Fremantle @Amandalynphotography Expecting? Is your newborn under 6 weeks? Learn about Newborn sleep, establishing healthy sleep habits, nurturing sleep from the start. I believe that newborns need our comfort, time to adjust into their new surrounding, a focus on feeding, touch, connection and all of the wonderful things a 4th trimester brings. This can all be done whilst still having the knowledge around little ones sleep, that will set you up for the months, years ahead. Learn more about newborns sleep, establishing healthy sleep habits, expectations around sleep. Get all of your burning questions answered. 30th November 7:30pm - 9 pm $35 10 High Street Fremantle @Amandalynphotography https://www.eventbrite.com/e/newborn-masterclass-tickets-12

06.01.2022 Join me tonight live on Instagram at 7:30pm WA time to talk newborn sleep, settling and forming healthy sleep habits from the get go. I will be sure to leave time for a q&a too! Dont forget to tag your friends and expectant parents to. See you tonight

05.01.2022 The next round of the baby sleep program opens this Tuesday! Join thousands of families who have used The Gentle Sleep Specialist to make the most incredible changes in their little ones sleep. Comment below if you would like to know more

04.01.2022 where do i start!! when we contacted tara we had just spent a week trying to convince ourselves it was just a stage (a 12 month long one) that our daughter was in, that the 7pm-1am every hour waking with no end in sight, the crying during the day not wanting to be put down, not wanting us to leave her sight, hating the car seat screaming every time we place her in it to try for car naps, screaming if she even saw her cot, cosleepikng, feeding to sleep dummies, that it was ju...Continue reading

04.01.2022 Does your toddler refuse bedtime? This all comes down to a solid plan. Your little one is more likely now running bedtime to some degree. To change that we need to create a new ability for them to trust in your lead. To let go of control and the pushback of bedtime. The toddler sleep program is all about this ... It is also important your babe isn't getting wound down too much or a second wind before bedtime Image via: Mummyuniverse

03.01.2022 And for our toddlers that need some sleep help, weve got you too. Open tomorrow 6am. Dont sleep in

02.01.2022 Thanks to you Tara and your Toddler Sleep Program. Even though our issues were only minimal, they have since been resolved and I feel better equipped to tackle them again if and when needed. I would highly recommend you to all my Mummy friends that may need some support and guidance from you.

02.01.2022 Do I think little ones need a range of products to sleep well? Nope not at all, in fact really the only three things I recommend are white noise, a sleeping bag and a comforter (your Riff Raff for example). Changing little ones sleep issues is about changing their patterns associated with sleep. My clients don’t have to use oils, buy $80.00 dolls, machines with lights and night light shows on the roof. A good old dark room, white noise and a comforter is spot on ... Via: RIFF RAFF SLEEP TOYS #myfamilymyworld #mumgoals #parentinghack #sleephack #mumhack #kidsneedsleep #toddlersneedsleep

02.01.2022 Join us!! Each month families are turning their lives and experiences as parents around. If your little one is 3 months -2.5 years in a cot and having issues around sleep or you just want to be on the front foot to guide your babe to healthy sleep habits this is for you. We cover ... - frequent night - catnapping - difficult settles - nap transitions - self sleeping - structures and awake times - regressions - transitions, dummy removal, arms out of swaddles, daycare etc and so much more! For $139.00 you get 3 months access to the video course on everything you can imagine around baby sleep, plus 1 months access to a private Facebook group where you can post your questions and I personally answer each one twice a week. Then you can watch back for your answer. After that month you head into a grad group with other other families who have all done the course. https://gentlesleep.mykajabi.com/baby-sleep-program-home-pa @jessicakatephotography