FAQS

I’ve heard that sleep training is just leaving a baby to cry hysterically on their own all night without returning, is that true?

Absolutely not. 

The Sleep Nurse will assess your babies individual needs and you will then decide on a settling technique together that you as a parent are comfortable with based on your parenting style. 

Like any new learnt skill i.e. rolling/ crawling/ starting solids, babies will show frustration and at times cry. Learning the new wonderful skill of sleeping well is no different.

The Sleep Nurse provides a range of settling and resettling methods that range from hands on (being in the room with your child, using touch/voice and sometimes cuddles) to leaving the room for small intervals at a time.

How often will I hear from The Sleep Nurse during the sleep programs?

Every single day! Please see individual sleep programs for details.

Will I be able to leave the house and go about my usual schedule during the program?

Ofcourse. In fact The Sleep Nurse actually encourages some sleeps to be done out and about on the go (if age appropriate). 

For the first few days at least, you are encouraged to prioritise the program and make arrangements around sleep times i.e. scheduling outings and activities outside of sleep times and being home well in advance to get ready for bed etc.

Things like daycare and work should go ahead as usual.

Is the program suitable for twins and siblings of different ages?

Definitely. Twice the fun we say!

See the ‘sleep program’ page for information on the sibling/multiple program. 

Why are some programs more or less expensive than others?

Pricing is based on the time and attention that each age group needs. Some age groups have several naps per day and therefore require more time when we have our daily check ins while we go over feeding, naps and night sleep, whilst other older age groups have no naps and therefore we will be troubleshooting and discussing night sleep only

I am not living in Australia, can I still purchase a package?

Yes! The Sleep Nurse works successfully with international clients.

There are various ways we can do the program or phone consults. i.e whatsapp, facebook, skype etc.

My baby is teething, can we still do the program?

Yes. Babies teeth for about the first 3 years of their lives. This is unavoidable. With good sleep practices, teething pain can actually be reduced. 

What if the program doesn’t work and my child’s sleep does not get better?

The Sleep Nurse has never finished a program and not seen wonderful changes with her clients sleep patterns/habits.

It is your job as the parent to put in the hard work and be really consistent with the program. If this is the case then there is no reason why your child’s sleep should not improve. 

Will my baby sleep better straight away? 

Results don’t happen overnight (excuse the pun!) but improvements will be seen within a few days and certainly towards the end of our program. 

Once I purchase a package can we start straight away?

There is usually a waiting list of 1-5 weeks. This is because each package is individualised and structured so that only a few clients are on the go at once. The Sleep Nurse prides herself in structuring the packages this way so that each client has a hands on experience. 

I have more questions, can I speak to The Sleep Nurse prior to purchasing a package?

Sure. Send a message through the contact page with your phone number and The Sleep Nurse will be in touch with you.