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Sleep Consulting for every little one aged 0-4

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Sleep Conditioning Programs

Swoop Baby offers practical sleep consulting with warmth and understanding. The process of falling asleep is learned, and we are here to teach parents and babies the power of healthy sleep habits from day one.

While our approach is backed by science, we like to keep it simple and focus on consistency, the more consistent you are in your approach, the quicker your baby will learn..

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Uniquely developed to suit your child

Our programs are personalised for each family, as Swoop Baby sleep training is not a ‘one size fits all’ approach. Understanding the uniqueness of each family and child, we factor in your child’s temperament and your family dynamics, tailoring our strategy to suit your preferences and level of comfort. Swoop Baby consultations can be carried out in person or virtually from anywhere around the world. We are here to energise your family with sleep, one night at a time.

Sleep Conditioning Programs

Swoop Baby offers practical sleep consulting with warmth and understanding. The process of falling asleep is learned, and we are here to teach parents and babies the power of healthy sleep habits from day one.

While our approach is backed by science, we like to keep it simple and focus on consistency, the more consistent you are in your approach, the quicker your baby will learn..

Uniquely developed to suit your child

Our programs are personalised for each family, as Swoop Baby sleep training is not a ‘one size fits all’ approach. Understanding the uniqueness of each family and child, we factor in your child’s temperament and your family dynamics, tailoring our strategy to suit your preferences and level of comfort. Swoop Baby consultations can be carried out in person or virtually from anywhere around the world. We are here to energise your family with sleep, one night at a time.

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Sleep Conditioning Programs

A positive transition to parenthood

Recommended for new parents during pregnancy or when you arrive home with your baby, any time during those first three months.

This program has been designed to welcome new parents into the world of infant sleep, giving you the tools to thrive from day one.

1:1 Remote Sleep Conditioning

Recommended for children 12 weeks to 4 years

These programs are designed to address sleep challenges, whether it's difficulty falling asleep, frequent night waking, inconsistent nap schedules, sleep associations, transitions or sleep regressions.

1:1 In-Home Sleep Conditioning

Recommended for children 3 weeks to 4 years

These hands-on programs enable us to offer insights and demonstrate effective sleep strategies in your home. You can catch up on much-needed sleep while we take care of your little one overnight, or choose a convenient daytime in-home program.

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Wake up refreshed and energised every day with a Swoop Subscription

The Exclusive Swoop Subscription - A tailored program that evolves alongside your baby’s development

Babies and their sleep needs change continuously during the first year of their life.

The Swoop Subscription offers ongoing support helping mothers and fathers adapt to these changes with new age appropriate settling, soothing, feeding and sleep strategies that will see minimal impact on their babies sleep as a result.

The Swoop Subscription includes a 2 week joining program, with a minimum of 3 monthly refreshers where the assessment plan is updated and routines are tweaked.

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Testimonials

Sarah has been a LIFESAVER with our first baby girl!

From day 1, Sarah would be available around the clock to help with advice on how to settle her, good habits to get her into from a very young age and just constant support and assurance for the paranoid mumma that I am!

Our baby girl is now 4 months old and is in a predictable routine, with 3 naps a day, bed time at 6:30 and waking at 7:30am.

Sarah has been one of the biggest pillars of support in my journey as a new mumma and I wouldn’t have been able to do this without her <3

Mia, 3 weeks

I have become one of 'those' smug mums thanks to Sarah! 

My baby has been sleeping through the night (95% of the time) since 8 weeks old.

There was no aggressive sleep training, it was just simple and small changes that made a big difference for both my baby and I.

Under Sarah's guidance I gained the confidence to read my baby's cues, when he needed me vs when he was trying to soothe himself.

With Sarah's recommended age appropriate routines my baby was doing his day naps and sleeping overnight with little assistance and as a result we are both thriving! I can't recommend Swoop Baby enough!

Archie, 6 Weeks

When things were feeling a bit relentless Sarah swooped in and saved the day.

Nothing impacts a Mothers outlook and resilience more than sleep. I am SO grateful.

The biggest impact of our short time with Sarah was the impact on my marriage! The relentless false starts, wakes, stress and sleep deprivation was really taking its toll and our short time working with Sarah really did help our whole family.

I've always been a bit apprehensive about "sleep training" but Sarah put me at ease and gave me the confidence to make adjustments I felt comfortable with, all of which actually made a huge difference, quickly.

During and post influenza Sarah really helped support both ME and my little one. The flu turned all things sleep and routine on its head but being able to call on Sarah during, and have her guide me afterwards to get things back on track made a world of difference.

Georgie, 4.5 months

Some real sleep witchery!

We cannot recommend Sarah enough, we went all in! Purchasing the 3 overnight night stays. Whilst my husband and I slept downstairs, Sarah worked her magic (some real sleep witchery!). She had our little boy going from waking 5-6 times a night, plus demand feeding, to sleeping 6-7 hour blocks and 2 night feeds- in TWO nights... what the!

After two nights of great sleep for us parents Sarah hand held us through night three, supporting and guiding us with resettling and understanding our boys cries. Sarah’s gentle approach to sleep training our Jesse made us feel very comfortable and we now have the confidence and tools to ensure we get that precious sleep, we thought was a long lost friend! THANK YOU!

Jesse, 7 months

Sarah is the cheerleader everyone needs in their corner during the wild ride that is baby and toddler sleep!

She took the time to really connect and get to know me and my boys; taking on board my parenting style, the boys’ temperaments as well as the ins and outs of our weekly commitments to tailor a practical and effective approach which worked!

My little boy, Henry, now goes to sleep without fuss and stays in his own bed all night, and my baby, Arthur, is in a predictable nap routine and sleeps from 6:30pm-6:30am! Sarah is the most warm and positive person and was amazing to communicate with, touching base often to celebrate our successes and keep me motivated.

Thank you Sarah for your guidance and support!

Arthur, 7 months

Sarah is the Mary Poppins of sleep. 

Our nine month old was waking five times a night unsettled with feeds the only way to get her back to sleep, but now she sleeps through (7pm-6.30am without crying out). We had tried sleep training at six months ourselves and had given up after two weeks of no progress. We didn’t know what to do so called in for help at nine months and we certainly got it.

Sarah was really caring and listened to us and our parenting style and routines. She was more than happy to accommodate our style but still provided expert advice to get us on track. Sarah developed an individual plan which was more than a sleep plan; it was a whole routine and feeding plan. Within days of implementing the plan things started to turn around. Sarah was there with us every step of the way and we even used her for residential help to break the cycle.

She gave us the tools we then used to keep the momentum up and we had progress every night until our little girl started sleeping through after just over a week. Sarah even helped us with our older child whose bedtime had come off the rails. I now feel confident that I can support both my children, at their different ages, to get a good sleep.

Eleanor, 9 months

Reaching out to Sarah was such a good decision.

I am so grateful for all the support and guidance Sarah has provided my family in order to help my baby sleep better.

I have a 10 months old baby. Before the sleep training he couldn’t self settle, was waking up at night for bottle feeds and had limited intake of solids. After just a week my boy self-settles, he sleeps through the night and he is eating solids. What an amazing transformation!

Sarah’s knowledge, ideas and the comprehensive sleep plan were very helpful. It feels so great to have my sleep back and to know my baby gets his sleep too.

Thank you Sarah.

Mark, 10 months

Our three year old’s bed routine had slipped out of control.

Bedtime had started to take 30-45 minutes with lots of ‘just one more book’, ‘just one more lullaby’, ‘just one more cuddle’, ‘come check on me in 5 minutes’. Some nights it would take him two hours to fall asleep with lots of help from us. With the help of Sarah and her advice we were able to set up routines that worked for us as a family but gave us parents back the control. Sarah listened to our goals and challenges and created a plan for us that was achievable. She checked in with us as we put our new routine in place and provided lots of encouragement and suggestions when we had minor setbacks. We have noticed our child is no longer overtired.

Sarah was even able to help with his sibling’s bedtime routine making us all enjoy bedtime more.

Edward, 3 years

Matilda had been such a good sleeper until all of a sudden without no obvious warning signs, things changed quickly.

Night wakes and sudden crying up for no apparent reason meant that restful nights of the past were no longer the norm. We were taking turns sleeping cot-side with no escape and little sleep. Dazed and confused, we needed help!

Sarah was able to clearly identify the likely cause of the sudden change in behaviour, and helped us put a plan in place that was so effective we saw a rapid improvement within 24hrs.

We can’t thank Sarah enough and would definitely recommend her to anyone else needing help/support and a better nights sleep!

Matilda, 13 months

Sarah has the magic touch and brought some much needed sleep back to our house.

She took the time to understand our family and developed a plan that would work for us. Our son responded quickly to her calm approach and adjustments, and having the extra contact after her visit meant we could stay on track and ask questions as we implemented her suggestions. We recently used Sarah again to help with a new routine now our son is older and within a few days his naps were lengthening and he was only having one feed a night.

Arthur, 9 weeks

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Meet Mila! This sweet little 2 year old has had a hard time with bedtime, co-sleeping, and waking up during the night. It would take over an hour each night to settle her, and her parents were feeling drained. 😴

By transferring Mila back to the comfort and security of her cot, we saw a huge transformation. With the right approach, we worked together to help Mila: 
✅ Sleep independently in her cot
✅ Fall asleep quickly without long bedtime battles 
✅ Sleep soundly through the night (and even sleep in until 7:30am! 😍)

Mila’s parents are seeing a complete change—no more meltdowns, and their sweet, well-rested girl is back! ✨

Reach out today if you are facing similar bedtime challenges and we can create a personalised sleep plan to help your little one (and you!) get the rest you deserve. 💫

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A consistent pre-sleep ritual, regular settling and resettling, and a predictable sleep schedule can make all the difference for your baby or toddler. The more consistent you are, the more your little one will learn to self-soothe and sleep soundly through the night. With time, these habits will lead to better sleep—for everyone! 

Please get in touch if I can help you in creating a sleep plan that will work for your family, one that is easy to implement consistently 🧡

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Our organic swaddle is not only soft and snug for your little one but incredibly versatile too! Whether you wrap it traditionally or get creative with a bow, it’s the perfect addition to your baby’s wardrobe. Paired with our matching bow and nestled on our signature bassinet sheets, it’s a complete look for your newborn. 🎀

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Building on my last post about timing, let’s talk about biological sleep windows—the natural times during the day when your baby’s body is primed for sleep, aka the “sweet spot.”

These windows happen when a baby’s circadian rhythm and homeostatic sleep drive are in balance. Syncing your baby’s sleep time with these windows helps them settle more easily and sleep longer. Why? Because melatonin, the sleep hormone is high (in the evening), cortisol, the stress hormone is low, and body temperature is just right.

For babies (3-15 months), there are 3 key sleep windows:

9-10 am
12-2 pm
6-7 pm

For toddlers (15-36 months), there are 2:

12-2 pm
6-7 pm (ish)

When it comes to bedtime, we recommend aiming for 6-7 pm for most kids under 5 years old to make the most of their biological sleep windows. 💫

Share with a friend that is having trouble with settling or bedtime battles, a shift in timing can make all the difference 🖤

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Troubleshooting early wakes for toddlers 🚨

Daycare nap timings can often throw a spanner in the works and disrupt sleep at home too! If your toddler is on one nap a day and waking early, check the timing of the nap and ask daycare to adjust it. Ideally, aim for a 12:30pm nap for 1.5-2 hours to avoid overtiredness and ensure better balance throughout the day.

A well-timed nap will help prevent your toddler from going to bed overtired, which in turn can help with those early morning wake-ups. Timing is everything!

If you’d like us to oversee your toddler’s schedule and provide tips for better sleep, please reach out. It’s often the small changes that make a big difference! 🌙

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The year’s off to a whirlwind start, and I’ll admit, some of my New Year’s resolutions have already slipped through my fingers—anyone else feeling this? 

It’s been a crazy, unpredictable ride so far, with all the ups and downs that come with running a business. But lots to be grateful for, so I wanted to hit pause and share a few highlights as I reset and reflect on the past month:

1. 12 beautiful clients, achieving their sleep goals ⭐️💤
2. Two new hires, exciting times ahead 🤩
3. Big things happening with our newborn care offering, stay tuned!👩🏻‍🍼
4. Wolfie’s 4th birthday—couldn’t be more proud of him! 🥰
5. An unexpected reno due to an unfortunate tenant experience —way more stress than expected, but so many lessons learned 🔨
6. Teddy’s 2nd birthday, cheekier than ever and always making us laugh ❤️
7. Wolfie’s first day of preschool, couldn’t wait to get there! 
8. New monogram design in the works—thanks for all your feedback 🙏
9. Took a Vedic meditation course—needed that balance, and loving the commitment to early rising thank you @sarah_susak 🩷🌅
10. Teddy’s first “f” word (no, not what you think… but you can imagine the surprise!) 🤣

Thank you so much for your continued support. Please feel free to DM me if there’s anything I can help with, here’s to great sleep in February! X
Meet Otis! When Otis first came to me, he was struggling to self-settle, waking multiple times overnight, and was dependent on contact naps. Fast forward a few weeks, and here’s what happened:

After a couple of nights of in-home sleep conditioning, Otis quickly began to self-settle and resettle independently, happily sleeping through the night in his own bedroom! 🌙✨ His nighttime sleep came together beautifully, but like many babies, his naps took a little longer to adjust.

After two weeks of progress, we made the decision to drop his morning nap—and it was a game changer! By week three, Otis was happily self-settling for his lunchtime nap, too. 💤

This journey is a great example of consistency, patience, and the understanding that every baby has their own rhythm. Not every baby adjusts at the same pace, and that’s okay. The key is adapting the plan to work for them, and in Otis’ case, a little extra time made all the difference.

Remember, every baby dances to the beat of their own drum—and I’m here to guide them through it! 💖 

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If your baby is feeding well during the day, they’re more likely to sleep better at night. A full tummy helps your baby sleep longer stretches, supports their natural sleep hormones, and prevents them from becoming overtired. When feeding is consistent, it naturally encourages a healthy sleep routine too. So, whether breast or bottle, creating healthy feeding habits during the day can make a big difference in how well your baby sleeps at night. If you’re facing challenges, I’m here to help! 🌙💕

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