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A lot of people ask me if I can come to their home in the middle of the night to settle their newborn and become a sleep school.
I get it. I’m great at calming babies now as I have been a newborn photographer for over 12 years.
But truthfully, my own newborns were just as tricky.
I struggled.
I was sleep deprived.
I needed help.
Eventually, I ended up at a sleep school and it changed everything.
That particular centre isn’t around anymore, but I’ve put together some current options for you. Whether you want a sleep school, private consultant, or just a bit of guidance – there’s support out there.
Why You Might Seek Sleep Support?
- You’re exhausted, and baby isn’t sleeping
- Settling takes hours, and nothing works
- Feeding feels overwhelming or inconsistent
- You and your partner are not coping
- Baby catnaps through the day and wakes constantly at night
- You’re feeling anxious or unsure and just want expert reassurance
- You’ve tried all the books and hacks and still no luck
Where You Can Get Help in Melbourne
Residential Sleep Schools
For more intensive, in-person support
Masada Private Hospital – St Kilda East
- Five-night residential program for infants up to 24 months.
- Addresses sleep disorders, feeding issues, reflux, and maternal exhaustion.
- Multidisciplinary team including nurses, psychologists, and paediatricians.
- Private suites and infant settling rooms.
- Located in St Kilda East.
- More info: Masada Early Parenting Centre
Tweddle Child and Family Health Service – Footscray
- Offers residential, day stay, and telehealth programs.
- Supports sleep and settling, behaviour, and parent-child attachment.
- Based in Footscray, serving families across Victoria.
- More info: Tweddle
Waverley Early Parenting Centre – Mount Waverley
- Five-night residential program for babies aged 2 weeks to 24 months.
- Focuses on sleep settling, feeding difficulties, and parental adjustment.
- Team includes nurses, lactation consultants, and psychologists.
- Located in Mount Waverley.
- More info: Waverley Early Parenting Centr
Private Sleep Consultants
Flexible support in your home or online
Sleep My Little Bub
- Led by Natalie Hall, a mothercraft nurse with over 13 years of experience.
- Offers day stays, overnight support, and ongoing care packages.
- Services include sleep settling, feeding, and toddler behaviour support.
- More info: Sleep My Little Bub
Calm Babies
- Run by Carmel, with over 30 years in infant care.
- Provides guidance for newborns to toddlers, including sleep regressions and training.
- More info: Calm Babies
Happy Sleepers
- Offers personalised sleep training packages via Zoom and phone.
- Free initial 15-minute consultation available.
- More info: Happy Sleepers
Sleeping Beauties Sleep School
- Founded by Jelena, an internationally certified infant and child sleep consultant.
- Provides tailored sleep programs and guides.
- More info: Sleeping Beauties
Little Muffins Sleep School
- Offers gentle, personalised 1:1 sleep support.
- Assists families worldwide to achieve better sleep.
- More info: Little Muffins Sleep School
Clinical & Medical Sleep Services
Melbourne Children’s Sleep Centre – Monash Children’s Hospital
- Victoria’s only dedicated children’s sleep centre and laboratory.
- Provides consultations and sleep studies for paediatric sleep problems.
- More info: Melbourne Children’s Sleep
Infant Sleep Australia
- Led by Dr Fallon and Dr Laura, specialising in resolving complex sleep issues.
- Offers evidence-based support via telehealth or in their Melbourne clinic.
- More info: Infant Sleep Australia
Benefits of Sleep Support
- You get a tailored plan, not just advice from Google
- Practical strategies that actually work
- Someone to reassure you and boost your confidence
- Better sleep for everyone = happier days
- You learn cues, patterns and routines that make life easier
- Reduced stress, especially for first-time parents
Things to Consider (the not-so-perfect parts)
- Some services have waitlists
- Private options can be expensive
- Not all approaches suit every baby or parent
- You may need to try more than one option
- Success depends on consistency (and a bit of patience)
Getting support doesn’t mean you’ve failed. It means you’re doing what’s best for your baby and for you.
I’ve been there. It’s hard. But help makes a difference.
Every family’s journey looks different. What matters is finding what works for yours.
Whether it’s a sleep school, a consultant, or just a few trusted tips. Help is out there, and it’s worth exploring.
You got this!
Newborn Photography – Niki Sprekos Photography
Now remember, you can come in for newborn photography at any stage—whether your baby is easygoing or giving you a run for your money.
I work with all kinds of newborns, and the goal is always the same: to capture this fleeting time with care, patience, and beautiful results.
View the gallery and learn more here:
👉 Newborn Gallery – Niki Sprekos Photography
