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25.01.2022 Happy Father's day.

24.01.2022 Those teeny newborn kisses! Is there any thing more special!

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22.01.2022 Here's a tip! If you want nap times to stretch out beyond one sleep cycle then here's one thing you can do! Focus on consolidating the night time sleep first! Most of the time a baby has to have their nights worked out first before the day naps can improve.... If your baby is still waking multiple times a night (beyond the expected and developmentally normal wakings of their age) then focus on the night time wind down ritual, the settling method and the way you resettle through out the night. Once you have that worked out, you may find their day time naps naturally improve.

21.01.2022 I often get asked "how soon can I start sleep training with my Newborn/infant"? As a Sensitive Sleep consultant I advise that "sleep training" is not appropriate before the age of around 4-6 months, however I do strongly feel that positive sleep foundations can gently and respectfully be introduced from the very beginning. It may be as simple as wrapping your baby every time they are due for a sleep. You'd be surprised how quickly your baby will begin to recognise this as a sleep time cue. Also, keep in mind your babies awake windows when trying to create some sort of rhythm to your day, this will ensure that your baby does not get overstimulated/overtired.

20.01.2022 Recently I have had in home consultations with 3 separate families who are experiencing sleep issues with their Toddlers. Aged between 18months and 2 years of age. These particular families have been co sleeping, breastfeeding/bottle feeding to sleep and through the night etc. and have been waking multiple times, having to resettle them to sleep. After almost 2 years of this it's easy to see how exhausting and frustrating this must be, especially if you have to back up the ...next day and go to work! What I have found most reoccurring with these individual families is that each one has tried to introduce some sort of positive sleep association such as a sleep comforter, night light or music/relaxation noise. This is wonderful, however unbeknown to them, whilst their child was beginning to associate relaxation and sleep with these things, the problem was, that the music/noise/light switched off after a short time(30-40mins). This becomes an issue because a toddler of this age sleeps in cycles of approx 60-90mins in length and if the "sleep association" switches off after a short time and isn't available in between sleep cycles, then how is the child supposed to use it again to self settle? When it comes to positive sleep associations the most important thing to remember is that it needs to stay on or made available all night long! That way as your child moves in and out of sleepcycles and their senses switch back on, they can be rest assured that their sleep environment sounds, smells and feels the same. When things are consistent and predictable a child's brain feels less anxious, meaning it can stay relaxed and secure. Hopefully this will mean they can drift back to sleep peacefully without needing you to recreate the perfect sleeping environment for them to resettle. The aroma snooze pictured below is a perfect all round unit to introduce some positive sleep associations into your child's bedroom. It has white noise, music, aromatherapy, voice record and an essential oil humidifier. It's one of the best on the market and I highly recommend it. If you have a toddler who is still not sleeping well and you've tried your best to get back on track, it's not to late to reach out for sleep support, simply PM me and we can start our journey towards the perfect night sleep for all. . .link for purchase in the comments. This is not a sponsored post! See more

20.01.2022 Consistency really is the key! I have heard parents say "I have tried everything and nothing is working". Everything, such as rocking, feeding, patting, timed retreat, controlled crying, white noise, comforters, different wraps, different routines and the list goes on! Sometimes it's just all so overwhelming!!!! Alternatively it can be better to just focus on one thing at a time and be extremely predictable and consistent with it for atleast a month!... If you think about it, it has taken months, sometimes years for your little ones sleep habits to become engrained into their little lives and so you really can't expect that making changes on a whim will work as well or as quickly. You need to put in the time, the effort and ultimately the CONSISTENCY, because chopping and changing your approach will only confuse your child. Make sure that the sleep solution you choose aligns perfectly with your parenting style, so that you never question yourself. Know that there will be bumps in the road, because baby sleep is never linear and remember, CONSISTENCY, CONSISTENCY CONSISTENCY!!!! See more

20.01.2022 Happy International Women's day. To the many Women that I have had the pleasure of knowing, meeting and working with, may you reflect upon the strength, resilience and importance, that it means to be a WOMEN in this world.

20.01.2022 I always recommend more play in your life! Especially in the evening prior to the wind down ritual. It's the perfect opportunity to fill up your child's connection cup before they go to sleep.

18.01.2022 This is me 9 years ago..with my first baby Boy. Oh the memories

17.01.2022 Oh the shoes!!!!

17.01.2022 What have you got planned today, to fill up your child's sleepy cup? Quite often I meet with parents who are struggling to put their children down because they simply arn't tired enough! Now I know it's difficult to get out and about when your feeling exhausted, but your baby/toddler/big kid, really needs that time out in the sunshine, fresh air and the big wide world (even if it's just your back yard) to move, crawl, run, jump, climb and be stimulated by all that they can see, smell and touch.. All of these things are building up sleep pressure, making your little one more tired and ultimately less resistant to sleep time.. And Parents, being outside, away from the home can do wonders for your mental health to.

16.01.2022 A beautiful poem about Motherhood. -Objet d'art.

15.01.2022 Couldn't have said it any better Maggie Dent

13.01.2022 Awake windows for your baby/child. These are ofcourse a guide, as every baby is different, but awake windows allow you to keep in mind, that your child needs a certain amount of awake time between naps and their night time sleep to build up enough sleep pressure and to avoid overtiredness. These awake windows will allow you to establish some sort of rhythm to your day and help you to keep in tune with your baby/child and their sleepy signs. If your child is resisting sleep within an awake window, it may be time to offer them slightly more time awake. Start with approx 10-15 mins more awake time every few days till you find your child's sweet spot.

12.01.2022 Does your baby love their food? The joys, fun, mess and exploration that comes with introducing food! All three of my boys absolutely loved eating, it was their favourite part of the day. Their little legs would kick with excitement and their mouths would be opened before I could even get the spoon to them. ... And when we started baby led weaning, that's really when the fun and MESS began. Although eating is a part of your child's routine beyond the 6 month mark, it is important to remember the rule of thumb! Food before One is just for fun! Sometimes as Parents we believe that the minute we start our babies on solids they will sleep better. More often than not, its just not the case and sometimes it can cause a backwards step, till our little one's digestive systems catch up. Of course by increasing calorie intake with solids during the day, it will technically decrease the bodies physiological need to make up for the calorie deficit throughout the night , however it is usually the strong and ingrained sleep association that is impacting your child's ability to "sleep through" rather than simply hunger! And that is a whole different topic to discuss. But coming back to food, what's important? Keep the food wholesome and nutritious If possible, offer home-made and fresh purees/food over store bought squeezies and pouches. Try not to go over board with fruit, don't forget vegetable purees or soft steamed pieces of vegetable are just as good! Remember the 2 and 5 rule, to ensure your child's diet is not to high in naturally occurring sugars. Protein helps to keep your baby feeling fuller for longer and should be well and truely introduced into your child's diet once they have the hang of mealtimes and are eating fruit and vegetables well. Foods rich in essential fatty acids (the good fats) such as avocado are often missed in a babies diet and are important for brain development. Foods rich in iron, magnesium, Tryptophan and vitamin B, will support your child's sleep quality and quantity. Give your child's digestive system and its hormones some time after eating to do their thing before putting your child to sleep, because these hormones can interfere and antagonise the bodies sleepy time hormomes. And remember food time is meant to be fun and isn't the only thing that could be interfering with your child's ability to sleep well. Yes a hungry baby can be more wakeful throughout the night, but food is most likely a small part of the puzzle. Rule out hunger and then focus on offering a wholesome diet, limit sugar intake, ensure your child is eating the of fruit and vegetables, don't leave out the carbs, protein, iron and good fat options and enjoy this next step of your babies development.

12.01.2022 Are you finding that your baby is always falling asleep on their bedtime bottle or at the breast and you are worried that hunger may be contributing to their night time wakings? If this is the case,then you may want to consider a split feed! A split feed is where you offer half the bottle/one side of the breast before a bath and then the remainder of the bottle or the other side of the breast after they are out of the bath and dressed into their p.js.... Doing this will restimulate and wake them up, enabling them to finish the whole feed, ruling out hunger! It will also allow you to focus on creating a window between the feed and the sleep so that a sleep association to the sucking reflex is not created.

11.01.2022 Pretty amazing, isn't it?

11.01.2022 I have met many Fathers during my in home consults and what I see over and over is Dad, hanging back, listening and learning but not always having a say or guiding the conversation. He is of course concerned for his child and often his partner who is suffering from extreme sleep deprivation. Leading up to this point he has tried to help, taken on board his partners suggestions, even sat up through part of the night with his screaming baby.... But he is feeling defeated, his child cries more in his arms, wants only their Mother and he can't settle them no matter how hard he tries or no matter what he does. I see each and everyone one of you Men, trying to be the rock for your family. And more often than not, you've questioned your ability to be a good Dad and partner. I want you to know, it's normal. The first 12 months of a babies life is a rollercoaster and they are dependent on their primary caregiver and usually this is Mum. Parental preference is developmentally appropriate and albeit frustrating your baby is doing what comes naturally. It's their inbuilt survival instinct, especially if your baby/toddler is breast fed! I say to every Dad that I meet, "don't give up"!, "Stay close by." "Be apart of all aspects of the routine that your child allows you to be, such as bathing, feeding, dressing, nappy changes, walks to the park in the pram, story time etc,." Your partner will appreciate the break and your child will love their special time with you. And one day, before you know it, it will be "Dada, dada dada, dada" and you won't be able to leave ,without them crying for you to come back !

10.01.2022 How quickly our babies grow up!!!! It only feels like yesterday that I was laying beside my baby having squishy cuddles like this and now we are meeting with school principals, trying on uniforms and counting down the last few weeks of daycare before he becomes a "big school boy". If only I could turn back the clock for just one more day.... It feels like a huge change is coming in my life as a Mother. One season of parenting is about to end as I begin to transition into having all 3 of my children at school next year. It will definitely take me some time to get used to the quiet at home, the extra "free" hours, that I know will be filled with more work, more cleaning, more pressure and hopefully some more me time. Every time someone says to me "oh you won't know yourself" a little piece of my heart breaks, because of the deep truth that lies in the innocently made statement. I really won't know myself! I won't know who I am without my little side kick in tow. I won't know who I am kissing 3 children off at the school gate, in one quick drop off. I won't know who I am as a slowly walk through Coles, not having to say "No" to every matchbox car and kinder surprise that's begged of me. I won't know who I am when I can take on more work and try to expand my business, with all the new found "free time" I will have. For almost 10 years it's been me with atleast one baby/toddler or child at home and this is where my comfort lies..this, I do well! Being a SAHM has been my forte, my super power, my blessing and for the most part I have loved it. Of course, don't get me wrong, I'm so excited for my baby boy to walk through those gates and grow, mature, learn and begin shaping his future as he investigates with enthusiasm, and a wonder that only an innocent mind can have. But! I'm not sure I'm ready to "not know my old self" and for this next phase of Motherhood. So for now I am going to cherish and hold onto my old self and my little boy, before the season changes and I alter my whole being, as I enter a new phase of parenting and become the best "School mum" I can be. Wish me luck. Stevie x

10.01.2022 Consultation packages I offer a variety of packages to suit your families needs. Don't worry, even if you live interstate, the email and phone consultations are completely personalised to your child's sleep situation and also come with a support period. . No two children are alike and neither are our sleep plans.... Please DM me for more information. See more

07.01.2022 It is good to be informed, to understand that sometimes the way your feeling isn't just the baby blues.

06.01.2022 A little memory popped up of my big boy who would have been about 3 here. (He is 9 now) He was using my breast pump hose and role playing as a fire fighter, putting the fire out with his fire hose Kids can be so funny and the possibilities are endless when it comes to their imagination and play.

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05.01.2022 Hello to my new followers My name is Stevie and I am the face behind the page! I am a Goldcoast Sensitive Sleep Consultant. And love to support, listen to and help parents/babies and children who are struggling with the lack of sleep that family life can bring. I only use gentle, respectful and holistic approaches and believe knowledge is power!... So we will sit and I will explain all the things you need to know about pediatric sleep! I am a Mother to 3 busy, energetic, loveable and noisy boys, so I understand what it's like to Parent during the hard times. And as an Early Childhood Educator, still working in the field part time, I also understand childhood development, leaps, regressions, the daycare/illness cycle and how important routines and consistency can be for your little one. If you have any queries in regards to my services, please don't hesitate to ask. I'm looking forward to hearing from you! Stevie. See more

03.01.2022 Baby selfies! Is there anything cuter? This photo was taken 5 years ago, of my sweet baby Blair and I. It feels like yesterday! Time really does fly.... Now he is getting ready to go off to big school next year. See more

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02.01.2022 The importance of a wind down ritual. Each and every time you put your baby/child down to sleep, whether it be for their daytime nap or their night time sleep, it's important to remember that a wind down ritual provides your child with the opportunity to calm down, relax and understand that sleep time is on its way. Small yet predictable cues before sleep time such as wrapping/putting on a sleeping bag, a story book, a cuddle and song, the white noise turned on and blinds drawn, can all signify to your little one's brain that it's time to wind down and get ready to sleep. Predictability and consistency are the pillar stones of positive sleep foundations and so incorporating "the wind down ritual" is one of the biggest steps you can make, to induce change before you even begin "sleep training".

02.01.2022 To all the parents out there who have just welcomed home their bundle of delicious newborn joy! I'm talking to you!!!! Now is a time of love, security, bonding and adaptation. Not pressure, expectation, disconnect and rigidity. Hold your baby, cuddle your baby, wear your baby, snuggle your baby, LOVE your baby.... They are born with a strong survival instinct and you are their security and they depend on you!!!! Try not to worry about creating bad habits or smothering them or spoiling them. Do what comes naturally and instinctually and you will never fail. Love doesn't spoil, love creates a strong bond of attachment, that is completely natural and will set your child up with secure relationships for the rest of their life. See more

02.01.2022 Downloadable sleep plans!

01.01.2022 Newborn babies don't come with a downloadable schedule that they automatically stick to once they are out of the womb and if you have been trying to get them into a routine, you have probably found that it is a difficult feat to master. So when I have parents reaching out, asking me if I work with Newborns, I confidently recommend that they look into age appropriate awake windows. This way they can ensure that their little ones get enough awake time between naps to build up s...leep pressure and so that they can also avoid their baby becoming overtired. It is very easy for a Newborn/infant's nervous system to become overstimulated, resulting in extended periods of crying, colic and sleep resistance ,so following a guide like mine below will help you to create a natural flow to your babies day that will also elleviate the pressure of falling into a strict routine at such an early age. See more