More rest using science and intuition, without sleep training
I see you. Life is exhausting right now and it feels like
sleep is all-consuming!
maybe this sounds familiar...
You’ve tried dark rooms, white noise, watching wake windows and resettling after short naps (pretty much every sleep strategy out there!) but you’re still stuck with excessive wakes, sleep resistance or both!
You’ve spent so much time Googling that you are now feeling overwhelmed with all of the conflicting information and it feels like sleep is taking up way too much of your headspace.
You now feel exhausted, anxious and are beginning to doubt your ability to read your baby’s cues. You’ve even started questioning your instincts about not wanting to do cry-it-out methods because your current approach isn’t working.
You are finding yourself snappy more than you want to admit and lacking the energy to be the kind of mum you want to be. Something needs to change! More information isn’t the answer, you actually wish you had some guidance.
You're not alone
This is happening because the mainstream sleep advice you've had is a one-trick pony!
It boils down to one prevailing idea… that sleep is a skill that needs to be taught.
Parents are told that it is imperative that their little one learn “good habits” and how to self settle and the ‘teaching’ methods for this, more often than not, involve some element of cry-it-out.
But that doesn’t feel good for most mums.
Why? Because we are biologically wired to respond to our baby’s main communication method – their cry.
The huge missing piece is the science part of sleep.
Because sleep is not actually a skill, but a biological function of the body.
When my first daughter was 5 months old we experienced significant sleep difficulties (hourly wake-ups!) and not only did the mainstream strategies NOT work but I was left doubting my instincts and abilities as a mother.
I was trying all of the things to improve her sleep and I remember one time, I was so exhausted I ended up in tears on her bedroom floor.
I knew I needed help, so I called the sleep advice helpline and booked us in for a sleep school stay.
Despite their reassurances, when we went along I discovered that it WAS cry-it-out, and I couldn’t bear to see the look on my daughter’s face or hear her cries. We left with no plan, we failed sleep school.
I left determined to find another way. And I did.
I went on to invest in support from professionals and I upskilled my midwifery and child health nurse qualifications to also become accredited in neuroprotective developmental care and a holistic sleep coach.
In using that knowledge I saw huge shifts and when my second daughter was born we never experienced sleep issues.
I went on to create the Holistic Sleep System where we look at all the pieces of the puzzle (particularly the sleep regulation system or biology of sleep) to address sleep challenges and not simply try to ‘teach’ self settling.
What if i told you there was another way?
because deep down you want to...
Understand your baby’s individual sleep and feeding needs, their sensory profile and temperament traits, so that you can use connection-based techniques to get more sleep while meeting these individual needs.
Feel like you have a secure connection with your baby, are able to be the responsive mum you want to be, and happy that you’ve chosen support from a health professional who values infant AND parent
well-being.
Feel more rested, have more time to yourself and time to connect with other loved ones, thanks to having a framework and tools to figure out the best sleep patterns for your unique family.
Feel confident in your knowledge and able to share with friends and family why you’ve chosen NOT to let your baby cry it out and reinforce boundaries in regards to your parenting decisions.
Introducing
the mama & Me resilience method
Improving sleep without sleep training or strict schedules.
This is a 6 month program where I walk with you, step-by-step, to ensure you get a transformation in your situation.
Here's What You'll Get
- A step-by-step framework that removes confusion over what to do about sleep.
- A complete online support system via a 1:1 success planning call with me, unlimited support for 6 months and private mama community.
- A success kit posted to your door, containing all the tools you need for success.
1. Ongoing access to the holistic sleep system (valued at $1000)
You get ongoing access to the system which means you can come back and look at it at any time.
The content that you will access has been created by a senior midwife and child health nurse with additional evidence-based training in baby sleep, feeding and supporting mamas with their mental health.
Most of the content is short audio format that you can listen to when out for a walk or cleaning the house. Transcripts are included.
Here’s the breakdown of the Holistic Sleep System:
The holistic sleep system looks at the big picture for you. We address the biology, the environment, the connection, and your mental health as one single unit. We don’t just fix a ‘settling’ problem; we fix the entire ecosystem of your home so you experience a total transformation, not just a temporary fix.
STEP ONE: A Unique Sleep Blueprint (Resetting the clock)
First, we’re going to find your baby’s Sleep Sweet Spot. Instead of guessing based on a generic chart, we’re going to look at your baby’s actual sleep needs so we can set a rhythm that stops the frequent wakes. No more math, no more ‘overthinking’—just a clear path to follow. You’ll end up with a flexible rhythm for the day that works with your little one’s sleep needs. We’ll focus on the small adjustments that work so you don’t feel overwhelmed or tied to watching the clock.
STEP TWO: A Temperament & Sensory Audit (Matching the baby)
This is where I’m handing you the Baby Sleep Decoder. We’ll use a specialised tool to finally translate why your baby reacts the way they do.
Once you speak their sensory language, you’ll know exactly how to settle them without the trial and error and the ‘mystery wakes’ disappear because you understand what they’re actually asking for.
I developed this decoder with the input from other health professionals so that you can tune in to your baby and feel confident that you understand what your baby needs.
Once you have this information I’ll give you sleep strategies based on your little one’s profile so that you have a custom plan to support them.
STEP THREE: An Environmental Sync (Optimising the signals)
Most sleep methods are based on old theories from the 1950s and a ‘what worked for me’ type approach. But in the Holistic Sleep System we use the actual science of sleep regulators as our ‘cheat code.’
My system audits your sleep environment for you, so you get the latest evidence-based fix without having to do the research yourself. It’s the safety of science, without the PhD required.
STEP FOUR: Manageable Days (Reclaiming your white space)
We’ll then focus on your days.
My system maps a rhythm for your day, for you. It takes the science of your baby’s biological rhythms and overlays it with your life. The system identifies the exact windows where you can actually get things done and the pockets where you can finally rest.
We also use a research-backed ‘Life Audit’ to unhook your well-being from the baby monitor. Instead of you trying to ‘find help’ or ‘prioritise’ while you’re drowning, the system identifies your specific ‘Energy Leaks.’
It maps out exactly where you can reclaim 15 minutes of sanity and how to build a support squad that actually works. We’re not adding more to your plate; we’re using the science of maternal recovery to automate your way back to yourself.
STEP FIVE: Co-Regulation Engine (Optimising the biology)
In this final step, we’re going to reclaim your ‘white space’ and turn down the volume on that internal mum guilt. I’m giving you the tools to regulate your own nervous system so you aren’t just ‘surviving’ the day, but actually feeling like yourself again—even on the days when sleep is a work in progress.
This will practically help you coregulate your little one.
If you’re feeling pressure from your partner or ‘well-meaning’ in-laws to just ‘leave them to cry,’ I’ve got you. I’m giving you the scripts and the science to handle those conversations with confidence, so you can protect your parenting boundaries without the conflict.
Now, looking at 5 steps might feel like ‘work’ right now. But here’s the secret:
This isn’t a project you have to manage. It’s a series of ‘high-leverage tweaks.’
I’ve done the 20,000 hours of clinical practice and learning so you don’t have to.
Think of this as the ‘Answer Key’—you don’t have to learn the math; you just have to look up
the answer for your baby.
I believe you are the expert on your baby. But right now, your expertise is buried under exhaustion and contradictory Google advice.
The Holistic Sleep System isn’t more ‘work’ for you to do — it’s the tool that clears the noise so you can finally trust your gut again.
2. 1:1 Success planning call (valued at $500)
Once you’ve listened to the quick-start guide, we’ll hop on a call so I can personally audit your baby’s new rhythm. You don’t have to wonder if you ‘got it right’—I’ll be there to green-light your plan so you can move forward with total certainty.
3. UNLIMITED support for 6 months (valued at $2600)
Submit questions in the Facebook group and join the weekly group call to get your questions answered… for 6 months!
If you can’t make it live the replay is always available to watch at your convenience.
4. Ongoing access to the Private Mama Community (valued at $1000).
A private Facebook community of like-minded mamas to connect with and share the highs and lows. Our weekly wins post is a great way to celebrate your mama journey.
Bonus One
Finding Time for YOU in Motherhood Workshop
In this workshop I walk you through how to find the right self-care activities and feel refreshed and recharged with an action plan in place on how to find the time in your unique situation.
You will get actionable steps to help you create days where you don’t battle the frustration of relying on nap time or a babysitter to get everything done!
Valued at $100
Bonus Two
Return to Paid Work Action Guide.
I'll walk you through step-by-step, how to manage your return to paid work, everything from what questions to ask a potential caregiver, how to manage breast and/or bottle feeds, sleep and how to support the emotional transition for your little one.
Includes printed questionnaire, log sheets and caregiver guide.
Valued at $300
Bonus Three
Team Work Makes the Dream Work:
A tool to get on the same page as your partner when it comes to sleep.
I've created this guide based on strategies used by psychologists to help parents find common ground in their approach.
Get clarity on your goals and how to get there.
Reduce the conflict and find peace in your partnership.
Valued at $100
That’s a Total Value of over $5000
Is it worth it to invest in sleep?
Most mums tell themselves they’ll just wait until it gets better or keep trying one more DIY tip.
But waiting isn’t a free strategy – it’s a tax on your energy, your relationship and your joy. There is no prize for struggling through on empty (I know this from personal experience).
Choosing support isn’t giving up on being a responsive mum; it’s making sure you have enough in the tank to actually be one!
You are just buying back sleep, you’re buying back the best version of yourself.
Is the Mama & Me Resilience Method for me?
This is perfect for you if:
- You’re looking for a simple way to improve your little one’s sleep, without having to do any sort of sleep training or cry-it-out strategies.
- You want to shift away from feeling exhausted, so you can experience manageable and more enjoyable days and nights.
- And you want to stop feeling self doubt about your approach and find freedom and confidence to trust your instincts, while also building a strong connection with your little one.
This is not for you if...
- Your little one is over 12 months old (if this is you and you need support send me an email and I can talk to you about how I help families with toddlers)
- You live in North America (unfortunately I’m not insured to work together)
- You're looking for a 'magic pill' that works in 24 hours while ignoring your baby's needs. This is for the mum who wants a long-term solution that respects her intuition.
what happens when you enrol
- Enrol in the Mama & Me Resilience Method – click the button to go to the checkout page
- You’ll receive an email with all of the details
- Get immediate access to the program and start implementing straight away!
Hey, I'm andrea
I am a community midwife and child health nurse with 20 years of experience. Following significant sleep challenges with my eldest daughter (hourly wakes!), and discovering that there was a lack of options for mums who didn’t want to follow cry-it-out strategies, I gained additional evidence-based training in sleep support; becoming accredited in neuroprotective developmental care and holistic sleep coaching.
I have developed a sleep support framework that is protective of breastfeeding, mother-baby connection and the unique needs of my clients. When I am not supporting families I can be found in my lounge room having a dance party with my two Swiftie daughters!
Frequently Asked Questions
You have ongoing access to the online Holistic Sleep System and Facebook group and support from me via group calls and questions in the group for 6 months
No, my approach is all about freedom from clock watching and sitting home all day in a dark room.
I built this for the “brain-fog” stage of motherhood. Most of the lessons are 5-10 minute audios you can listen to while you’re folding laundry or out for a walk. There’s no studying required—just simple, high-leverage tweaks you can implement in the gaps of your day.
This is absolutely not cry-it-out. My clinical background is in neuroprotective care. We don’t use “tactics” to force behavior; we use biology to sync your baby’s sleep system. If your intuition says “don’t leave them to cry,” this is the place for you. We use connection as the engine, not a barrier.
You didn’t fail sleep school; sleep school failed you. Most methods use a “one-size-fits-all” map. In Step 2 of the Method, we do a Temperament & Sensory Audit. Whether you have a “FOMO” baby or a “Koala” baby, we adjust the plan to fit their nature, not the other way around.
This is common! Partners usually just want a plan that works. That’s why I invite partners onto our 1:1 Success Call. Once they see the biological roadmap and the science behind the “Sleep Sweet Spot,” the resistance usually turns into relief.
Due to the extensive amount of support I provide to my clients I don’t offer refunds.
While I can’t be in the room with you, you have 6 months of weekly troubleshooting calls and our private community. You aren’t buying a course; you’re getting a safety net of other responsive mums and my 20 years of clinical experience to back you up.
No way. I don’t want you to be a prisoner to a dark room—that’s exactly what leads to the “Google Spiral.” This is a rhythm, not a rigid schedule. Once you understand your baby’s “Sleep Sweet Spot,” you can take it on the road. It’s about being responsive to their biology, whether you’re at home or out for a coffee.
Actually, this is the best time to start. Holidays are massive sleep disruptors. If you wait until you get back, you’ll be trying to “fix” a broken system while you’re exhausted from travel. If you start now, you’ll have the “Sleep Decoder” in your pocket to handle the new environment and routine shifts while they’re happening.
Maybe—but at what cost to your health, your relationship, and your joy? Most “sleep phases” are actually biological system errors that keep repeating because the root cause hasn’t been addressed. You can wait months (or years) for them to “grow out of it,” or you can reset the system in a few weeks and actually enjoy this season of motherhood.
I completely understand. When you talk to them, don’t just talk about “sleep.” Talk about the Return on Investment. Ask them: “What is it costing our household for me to be this exhausted?” Look at the cost of mistakes, the relationship strain, and the inability to function. At $3 a day over six months, this isn’t a “luxury”—it’s a restoration project for your family’s sanity.
Because those are tactics, not a framework. We look at the 5 pillars of the “Holistic Sleep System” to find the root cause—usually, it’s a simple “biological alarm” that needs resetting, not a behavior that needs training.
Ready to get more rest?
Don’t see your question in the FAQs?
Send me a message or email and we can chat further.
+61422 370 735
info@wholeheartedfamilyhealth.com
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