Sombelle - Infant Sleep Australia

Sombelle - Infant Sleep Australia Sleep & settling help for babies, toddlers & pre-schoolers. Sensible strategies for better sleep 😴

17/02/2026

From calming a crying infant to blocking out the doorbell during nap time, white noise is a simple tool that can be a game-changer for tired families.

In this episode, Dr Fallon (PhD, Sleep Practitioner) breaks down exactly how to use white noise to safely support your little one’s sleep.

🔽 LINKS IN BIO 🔽⁠
🙋‍♀️ See Dr Fallon in our Telehealth clinic⁠
🏢 See Dr Laura at Victorian Children's Clinic, Malvern.⁠
✅ Join our Sombelle Paediatric Sleep Clinic Program.⁠
☕️ Love our work? Buy us a coffee!⁠
❤️ Listen on Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon Music⁠
🎥 Watch this episode on YouTube⁠

☺️ The smell and feel of your baby or toddler’s cot sheets, are important sleep associations or factors that help them d...
14/02/2026

☺️ The smell and feel of your baby or toddler’s cot sheets, are important sleep associations or factors that help them drift off to sleep.

🗽 During travel there are lots of changing and unfamiliar factors, but if your little one’s portacot has the same sheets as their cot at home then it smells and feels familiar.

☀️ They’ll be more likely to settle easily and sleep well during your trip.

Bon voyage! ✈️

😴 Sleep struggles? We’ve got you! Join Dr. Fallon & Dr. Laura (PhDs) in the Sombelle Program and learn how to build healthy sleep rhythms for your child. With video lessons, personalized plans, and fast-tracked clinic access, you’ll feel supported every step of the way. 🌙

👉 Say goodbye to sleepless nights and hello to calm bedtimes!

👉LINK IN BIO

13/02/2026

We often think "story time" means reading a full book, but for babies, it’s mostly about having a nice cuddle and sharing a few words and some pictures together 💞

By opening a book at bedtime, you are creating a sleep cue: Book = Wind down 😴

👉🏽 Don’t worry if sometimes your baby is too tired for a book.

It doesn't matter if you read one word or one hundred, you’re starting a tradition that will continue for years 📖

If you need help with sleep, come see Dr Laura (PhD, Sleep Practitioner) in our sleep clinic: https://www.infantsleep.com.au/

Let’s talk about the phrase: “Any amount of night waking is normal.” You might wonder what all the fuss is about, but in...
12/02/2026

Let’s talk about the phrase: “Any amount of night waking is normal.” You might wonder what all the fuss is about, but in reality, it’s one of the most damaging pieces of “reassurance” given to tired parents.

It takes a very real, very brutal experience - sleep deprivation - and slaps a “normal” label on it, shutting down any conversation about solutions.

It makes you question your own reality: “Am I just not coping? Is something wrong with me?”

👉🏽 It’s gaslighting.

It dismisses the bone-deep fatigue. It dismisses the very reasonable desire for more than a few hours of consecutive sleep. In some cases, it dismisses diagnosable sleep disorders that have effective treatments.

❤️ Your exhaustion is real.
❤️ Your struggle is valid.
❤️ And “normal” has a limit.

🔁 Share with your tired friends & save this post

When you’re in the thick of it - running on 2 hours of broken sleep, surviving on cold coffee, mental health hanging by ...
11/02/2026

When you’re in the thick of it - running on 2 hours of broken sleep, surviving on cold coffee, mental health hanging by a thread 🫠 - hearing this old chestnut can feel like a dismissal.

It’s the parenting equivalent of “just relax” or “it’s all in your head.”

Yes, babies wake. But constant, unsustainable sleep fragmentation that leaves you feeling broken isn’t “normal” - it can be a sign of a sleep disorder.

Telling an exhausted parent “this is fine” ...is gaslighting. It ignores the real impact on maternal/paternal mental health, family well-being, and a child’s own development.

❤️ Your exhaustion is valid.
❤️ Your desire for better sleep is not selfish.
❤️ And there is a difference between typical infant patterns and a problem that needs support.

🔁 Share this with a parent who needs to hear it’s not all in their head.

💕 Catering to your little one's unique sleep requirements teaches them that their needs are not only heard but also hono...
11/02/2026

💕 Catering to your little one's unique sleep requirements teaches them that their needs are not only heard but also honoured.⁠

🤱 Your baby recognises the rhythm of your care, understanding that you are there to settle them for sleep when it is genuinely needed. This understanding creates a secure foundation, a haven where your baby feels safe and nurtured.⁠

Are sleep struggles leaving you and your little one feeling tired and overwhelmed? We understand, and that's why we invite you to embark on a journey of restful nights and peaceful settling with Dr Fallon & Dr Laura in the Sombelle Online Paediatric Sleep Program! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⁠

🌙 Our online clinic programs offer personalised strategies for sleep and settling based on your baby or toddler's unique needs. We believe in individualised approaches, acknowledging that every child is different.⁠

👶 Expert Guidance: Led by experienced paediatric sleep practitioners, our programs give you expert insights, guidance, and evidence-based tips to support you through the journey of establishing healthy sleep patterns for your little one.⁠

😴 Holistic Approach: We go beyond just sleep tips; our program considers the holistic well-being of both parent and child. From bedtime routines to fostering secure attachments, we address the broader aspects of early parenting.⁠

🌟 Community Support: Join our podcast community of parents navigating similar experiences. Share successes, seek advice, and connect with others who understand the challenges of parenting and the importance of a good night's sleep.⁠

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Supporting Parents: Parenthood is a shared experience, and we're here to support you every step of the way. Our program not only focuses on your baby's sleep but also acknowledges the importance of your well-being as a parent. You can even book one-on-one coaching calls with Dr Fallon or Dr Laura, as needed.⁠

Let's be real - a 7pm bedtime simply doesn't work well for every family or every child.✅ Some cultures lean towards very...
09/02/2026

Let's be real - a 7pm bedtime simply doesn't work well for every family or every child.
✅ Some cultures lean towards very late bedtimes and their children still sleep well
✅ Some parents are musicians/chefs/actors/party animals 😉 and it simply works better to have a later bedtime and a longer sleep in each day, so their child's schedule matches their own.

👏🏾 If it works for your family then do it your way 👏🏾

We see very challenging sleep and settling difficulties in our clinics, but even with the trickiest cases there is almos...
07/02/2026

We see very challenging sleep and settling difficulties in our clinics, but even with the trickiest cases there is almost always improvement in the first week that parents implement their child’s sleep plan.

❤️‍🩹 If you’re currently in the trenches, hold on to hope.

👩🏼‍⚕️ Choose your sleep expert carefully, and remember, better sleep isn’t far away.

😴 Sleep struggles? We’ve got you! Join Dr. Fallon & Dr. Laura (PhDs) in the Sombelle Program and learn how to build healthy sleep rhythms for your child. With video lessons, personalized plans, and fast-tracked clinic access, you’ll feel supported every step of the way. 🌙

👉 Say goodbye to sleepless nights and hello to calm bedtimes!

06/02/2026

🚢 During travel with your toddler, keep their portacot beside your bed, and persist with hands-on settling support if they need it. Once home, work on re-establishing independent settling, if that's your goal 👍🏼

Tune in to episode 112 of Brand New Little People to learn why the bedtime routine matters and how to set up the perfect routine for your little one 💖⁠

🔽 LINKS IN BIO 🔽⁠
🙋‍♀️ See Dr Fallon in our Telehealth clinic⁠
🏢 See Dr Laura at Victorian Children's Clinic, Malvern.⁠
✅ Join our Sombelle Paediatric Sleep Clinic Program.⁠
☕️ Love our work? Buy us a coffee!⁠
❤️ Listen on Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon Music⁠
🎥 Watch this episode on YouTube⁠

Is your little one experiencing a significant bout of Fear Of Missing Out? No need to be concerned 🙂 Even the most aware...
05/02/2026

Is your little one experiencing a significant bout of Fear Of Missing Out? No need to be concerned 🙂 Even the most aware, interactive, and lively infants can be happy, well-rested, and relaxed.

Follow our tips or reach out for support if your FOMO baby is turning bedtime in to a bad time 😅

05/02/2026

You can't expect a toddler to settle down easily at bedtime if their unique sleep needs are not being catered to 👏🏾

Tune in to episode 112 of Brand New Little People to learn why the bedtime routine matters and how to set up the perfect routine for your little one 💖⁠

🔽 LINKS IN BIO 🔽⁠
🙋‍♀️ See Dr Fallon in our Telehealth clinic⁠
🏢 See Dr Laura at Victorian Children's Clinic, Malvern.⁠
✅ Join our Sombelle Paediatric Sleep Clinic Program.⁠
☕️ Love our work? Buy us a coffee!⁠
❤️ Listen on Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon Music⁠
🎥 Watch this episode on YouTube⁠

❤️ Even the best little sleepers have rough patches!💤 It’s totally normal to have a week or two of terrible sleep every ...
04/02/2026

❤️ Even the best little sleepers have rough patches!

💤 It’s totally normal to have a week or two of terrible sleep every now and then.

✅ That’s why having a predictable bedtime routine and consistent approach to settling your baby or toddler for sleep, is so important – if you stay the course during a rough patch, they’ll be back on track again before you know it 🌈

🌙 Tired of sleepless nights? Dr. Fallon & Dr. Laura (PhDs) are here to help! Join the Sombelle Online Paediatric Sleep Program and discover how to build your child’s perfect sleep rhythm. With expert guidance, video lessons, and personalized support, better sleep is within reach. 💤

👉 Ready to start? Let’s make bedtime easier!

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