Let’s make magic.
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Fiona is the founder of Mama Matters and is about to have her third babe!
Whilst on maternity leave, Fiona is throwing the 1:1 consults over to her trusty sidekicks.
The Honest Sleep Support service has been developed and refined over a number of years, and is based on Fiona’s experience in Social Work, Early Intervention Parenting, Circle of Security, Baby-Led Sleep, and Possums for Babies.
Whilst Nat and Sheridan draw from their own unique backgrounds and knowledge, the underlying values of responsive, attachment-centred and developmentally appropriate sleep support are upheld through this service.
We’re all here on a shared mission: to uncomplicate sleep and parenting, and find confidence and joy in motherhood through supportive consults.
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Meet Sheridan, a psychologist, sleep scientist, holistic sleep specialist, and registered Circle of Security Parenting facilitator - and mama to a beautiful toddler (with another on the way).
Sheridan has made it her mission to share her extensive knowledge of sleep science, psychology, and child development to empower parents to make informed decisions and raise happy, thriving children.
Sheridan's approach is grounded in respect for every family's unique needs and circumstances. Above all, Sheridan is passionate about helping parents feel confident and empowered in their parenting journey, and enhancing the connection and communication between parents and children.
Sheridan loves working with babies and kiddos of any age with a range of sleep challenges or transitions.
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Samantha is our Mental Health Accredited Social Worker .
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Meet Nat - a licensed psychologist and loving mama to one hyperactive little boy. Using her training in various therapeutic approaches like acceptance and commitment therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy, positive psychology, and even clinical hypnotherapy, Natalie helps parents tap into their unique strengths to build a stronger relationship with their little ones and find more enjoyment in the everyday moments.
She is also trained in Neuroprotective Developmental Care (Possums & Co), a revolutionary approach that combines the latest research in infant sleep, attachment, and mental health to help families achieve better sleep and greater overall wellbeing - without resorting to harsh sleep training methods.
Nat loves working with families with little babies and up to 18 months with a range of sleep-cry-fuss challenges.
A reminder of our services…
Email Sleep Support
Email Sleep Support
Quick-sticks sleep support via email for anyone, anywhere and anytime.
You'll receive an intake form on booking and a personal email with recommendations and relevant resources within 48 hours of your booked slot (provided the intake is completed before then).
Feel seen, without being seen.
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You want some insight into your daily rhythms and sleep patterns to check that everything is on track.
You have a specific challenge or transition you’d like some guidance around - such as nap transitions, or changing ways of settling.
You would like some ideas of how you could tweak your bedtime routine or screen for any red flags with your child’s sleep.
KEEP IN MIND…
This is not the right service if you have a lot of things you would like to work through, or significant sleep challenges.
If you have a particularly challenging sleep situation we recommend one of our Sleep Consults.
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Intake review
Custom email with insights and strategies
Relevant resources provided
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On booking, you will receive a confirmation email with an intake form.
On the day of your booking, your consultant will work through your intake form and start their assessment.
Within 48 hours of your booked appointment slot, you will receive an email with custom insight and strategies to optimise your family’s sleep.
Honest Sleep or Parenting Consult
Honest Sleep or Parenting Consult
The Honest Sleep or Parenting Consult is a flexible option if you have a particular sleep or parenting pickle that you would like some support to work through.
Your consultant will review your intake and optional sleep diary prior to your 60 minute Zoom consult, so that you can make the most of your time together.
You’ll also receive a summary from your chat, and any relevant resources, so you can feel super set up and confident to show up as the parent you want to be.
Our consultants are trained in psychology and infant sleep, and can support you through a range of parenting and sleep challenges. You’re in good hands!
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You might be experiencing bedtime battles, frequent wakefulness or approaching a transition you need some guidance around - such as night weaning or moving on from bedsharing.
You might be feeling as though you’re missing something, or you know there are some creative ways to go about changes that you haven’t thought of yet.
Perhaps you are working through a particular parenting challenge? Such as:
Challenging behaviours
Separation anxiety
Transitioning to childcare
Supporting highly sensitive kids
Got a parenting pickle and not sure if this is the right fit? Reach out!
KEEP IN MIND…
This consult doesn’t include any follow-up support. If you would like some support in implementing changes, have a look at our Honest Sleep Support Package.
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Intake review
Custom email with tailored insights and strategies
Relevant resources provided
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On booking your appointment time for your consult, you will receive a confirmation email with a link to your intake form.
We will need your intake at least 12 hours prior to your appointment; a sleep diary is totally optional but will also need to be provided prior to the consult.
During your 60 min Zoom or phone session, your consultant will walk you through any insights and recommendations based on the information you provide. We’ll use this time to collaborate with you on a plan that feels aligned with your goals and personal values (no controlled crying or off-the-shelf routines included!).
Your consultant will send you an email with a summary of what you discussed during your call, and any relevant resources.
Honest Sleep Support Package
Honest Sleep Support Package
The full shebang if your sleep sitch needs a proper once-over.
You might be feeling lost or confused about what your child needs from you, how you can gently change up ways you are doing sleep with your child, or you just think there must be something you’re missing.
The Honest Sleep Support is our most rounded, comprehensive sleep support. We take the time to go through a comprehensive intake and optional sleep diary, set you up with some self-directed resources to put you in good stead for our 60 min consult - and we are here for you for two weeks following to support you in trialing any new changes.
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You might be feeling completely overhwhelmed, confused and lost with sleep. You know it’s not working, but you’re not sure where to start.
You want the complete support package - the intake review, the consult, the plan of attack, and the continuous loving guidance for a couple of weeks following to help you to integrate any changes.
KEEP IN MIND…
This is for parents who would like some further support following the initial consult. It also includes additional resources to educate on Honest Sleep Foundations and some quick tips on optimising sleep. If you don’t feel you will make the most of the additional resources or support, you may be better suited to the Honest Sleep and Parenting Consult.
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Comprehensive Intake and Optional Sleep Diary review
Sleep Matters - Sleep Guide ($80) PLUS a bonus Temperament & Sensory Workshop ($40)
Individualised assessment and plan
Any additional resources provided
Two weeks follow-up support (2x weekly emails OR 30 min consult)
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On booking your appointment time for your consult, you will receive a confirmation email with a link to your intake form, plus your access to the Honest Sleep Foundations course. You can work through this in your own time - you might get some quick wins before the consult!
We will need your intake at least 12 hours prior to your appointment; a sleep diary is totally optional but will also need to be provided prior to the consult.
During your 60 min Zoom or phone session, your consultant will walk you through any insights and recommendations based on the information you provide. We’ll use this time to collaborate with you on a plan that feels aligned with your goals and personal values (no controlled crying or off-the-shelf routines included!).
Your consultant will send you an individualised assessment and plan, and any relevant resources.
You will have two options for two week support - either 2x weekly emails OR a 30 minute f/up consult.