What’s your sleep coaching approach?
At Sweet Dreamz Baby, we believe that parents are central to improvements in sleep and are 100% the best judge of what their baby needs and likes. Therefore, all plans designed to enhance or improve sleep are crafted in collaboration with parents. Having as much detailed insight into your baby’s sleep and your family values up front during the first kick-off call is a critical step in getting the plan for you and your child right.
Do you use cry it out methods?
No. At SDB, we are trained in all methods and identify the one most suited to you and your child’s needs and temperament – you know your child best. Gentle approaches can take time and it is important that parents keep this in mind when we start working together. For older infants and toddlers+ the methods used are totally different from those used with newborns and babies. It is unreasonable to expect zero tears at that age (sadly), but we focus on supporting little ones on their sleep journey and never, ever leaving them to cry alone.
How long does it take to see results?
It all depends on which method you choose, the temperament and age of your child. It is possible to see results in just a few nights for infants, a bit longer for older kids. No matter how long it takes, consistency is the key. Sticking with the plan is what is going to deliver improvements.
What is in a bespoke sleep plan?
The sleep plans are designed after a thorough consultation call with parents. It is a 10+ page plan that is tailored to you and your baby’s needs and covers everything you need to know to start implementing a plan of action. It also includes your sleep ‘method’ that is your go-to way to help your child back to sleep – we will spend lots of time discussing this method and how to use it for bedtime and wakeups. After you receive your sleep plan, I am on hand on a daily basis to help you implement it. We can text, email and/or talk over the phone about any bumps in the road, if you have any questions that pop up, or just if you need a little encouragement to know you’re on the right path. SDB is here to help.
Why am I asked to complete a consultation form?
Great question! The information provided on the form allows us to get straight to the point during our consultation call. We can then spend more time discussing the areas that you want most to tackle, without missing out any essential information elsewhere. Improvement in sleep tends to require a number of changes and tweaks in all sorts of areas (the environment, routine, schedule etc) and understanding the whole picture is essential.
What if I pay for your services and we realize they aren’t needed, or that you need to refer me to someone else?
If we find that you would be better suited to talk with another professional, a pediatrician for example, your payment will be reimbursed in full (exc any fees charged by third party payment sites). If you decide that you don’t wish to continue a package that we have already begun, we can discuss another suitable option for you so we can continue working together.
How do I book a free 15-minute consultation to discuss your packages and my needs before I purchase?
Sweet Dreamz Baby offers one free 15-minute ‘get to know me’ calls. These are bookable directly online. Please do reach out for a free chat!
I’ve tried so many methods on my own. How do you know that your support will help?
As a mother myself, I realize that the idea of devouring a couple of infant sleep books to solve your little one’s sleep issues sounds easy and ideal. And, frankly, cheaper than hiring a professional! Yet, the reality is that what works really well for your friend’s child, really may not work for yours. All children are unique. Most of the popular sleep books just promote one type of method or approach, which may not suit your child’s temperament or your family values. As a certified sleep coach, I have a rigorous assessment process that will help us pinpoint and fine tune the details of a plan you won’t have tried before. And I will be there with you every step of the way to guide, troubleshoot and encourage you.
Do you teach classes or speak to groups?
Yes! I love coaching others. Every so often, I run an online newborn sleep class for new and expectant parents. I keep classes small to be able to offer a workshop-type experience. I also lead workshops on toddler and older children sleep issues. Please contact me directly if you would like to discuss a bespoke group workshop.
Sleep Coaching for Babies, Toddlers and Children 