Sleep consulting and sleep training are often seen as ‘taboo’ topics. In the past few years, sleep training has changed and uses a lot more sensitive methods. Whilst there are still some doctors, maternal health nurses, sleep training clinics and some sleep consultants that use the harsher methods of sleep training (such as ‘controlled crying’), we at Sleep Consulting by Sleepy Starz certainly don’t.

Sleep and food are the two biggest complaints that we get from parents. Sleep is one of those things that doesn’t just affect the toddler, but affects the whole family. And, lack of sleep can lead to health issues, moodiness and delayed growth and development. During REM sleep (the deep sleep) is when healthy growth and development occurs. Without this deep restorative sleep, health problems can occur. Taking all of this into considering, it seems that seeing an expert in the sleep industry is most definitely worth it. Other reasons you should consider seeing a sleep consultant if your toddler is experiencing sleep issues include:

To save time and energy:

Constantly attending to a sleepless baby or toddler can be very exhausting. You are not only losing out on sleep yourself but you are also having probably dealing with high stress and anxiety levels as you try to work why your toddler is not sleeping. If seeking help not only sees your toddler get better sleep but also sees the family get better sleep then it’s most definitely worth it.

You might learn something:

Babies and toddlers’ sleep habits (or lack of sleep) can sometimes just take simple tweaks but it can also sometimes involve some more complex issues that you never would have thought of. There is nothing wrong with asking for help and you never know, you might learn some tips that you never knew existed. This can help with other family members and any future babies that might come along too.

Save money:

If a baby or toddler isn’t sleeping well, parents often fork out $1000’s of dollars trying different products that promise to get your little one sleeping. More often than not, these products don’t work. Instead of spending so much money, pay a sleep consultant for 1 or 2 consultations and save yourself a tonne of money.

Better overall health for the family:

Sleep is vital for health growth and development. If one member of the family isn’t sleeping well, then this is probably affecting the entire family and may lead to health issues. Invest in your family’s health by seeking help from an expert so the whole family can achieve better sleep.

Sleep Consulting by Sleepy Starz only uses sensitive approached to sleep training. We work with all types of families and parenting styles in a non judgmental manner. Our role is to work alongside you in tailoring strategies that will work for your family. For more information go to www.sleepystarz.com.