Sleep Again

Website Contact the business

Sleep Again Chloe Roche BOH | Certified Infant & Child Sleep Consultant based in Rockhampton CQ

Do bedtime routines really matter? A large international study involving 10,085 children aged from birth to five years f...
24/10/2026

Do bedtime routines really matter?

A large international study involving 10,085 children aged from birth to five years found that regular bedtime routines were associated with:

• Earlier bedtimes
• Falling asleep more quickly
• Fewer night wakings
• Longer sleep duration

The researchers also found a dose-dependent pattern. The more consistently a bedtime routine was used, the better the reported sleep outcomes tended to be.

That does not mean your routine needs to be complicated or happen perfectly every night.

Start with a simple sequence your child can recognise, such as a bath, into pyjamas, a feed as needed, a brief story (age-dependant) or song, and allowing time for your little one to independently settle after this amazing connection time. The goal is to create a familiar and supportive transition towards sleep.

This was an observational study, so it identified an association rather than proving that bedtime routines alone cause better sleep. Every child is different, and their sleep needs change as they grow.

Save this post for your next bedtime reset.

Research: Mindell JA et al. (2015). Bedtime Routines for Young Children: A Dose-Dependent Association with Sleep Outcomes. SLEEP, 38(5), 717–722.

Read the study: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC4402657/

📧 [email protected]

Has your little one ever woken up frightened in the night, or seemed distressed while still asleep? 🤍Nightmares and nigh...
23/10/2026

Has your little one ever woken up frightened in the night, or seemed distressed while still asleep? 🤍

Nightmares and night terrors can look similar, but understanding the difference can help you respond in a way that supports your child.

With nightmares, children usually wake up and may remember what frightened them. These sleep disturbances occur during the second half of the night when lighter REM sleep is prominent. Nightmares are linked to developmental or environmental change, maturation of sleep, illness, overtiredness, or just general normal brain activity!

During a night terror, your child may cry, scream, or appear terrified while remaining partly asleep, often with little or most often no memory of the episode. These occur during deep non-REM sleep during the first half of the night. These episodes are usually linked to illness, overtiredness, developmental changes and sometimes ENT-related issues. They can also happen for no other reason at all, other than normal brain activity.

In either situation, stay calm and prioritise your child’s safety. Night terrors can be especially unsettling to witness, but your child may not be fully aware of what’s happening.

As a sleep consultant, I love supporting families to get through these seasons, as we often have our child wake during the night from a nightmare (or we are very upset by their night terror), and we end up assisting them to sleep again and losing confidence in supporting our children to sleep independently.

If episodes are frequent, cause injury, involve breathing concerns, or come with unusual symptoms, speak with your child’s healthcare professional.

Remember, you don’t have to figure everything out alone. Understanding what you’re seeing is a helpful first step. ❤️

đź’¤ Find my Age-Appropriate Nap Routine Guide in my IG Highlights.

đź“– Find my MOTHER Ebook in my IG Highlights.

🌡️ Download my FREE Temperature Guide through the link in my bio.

For personalised support with your child’s sleep, Book Your Sleep Consultation.

📧 [email protected]

The transition from childcare to home can be a big shift for little ones. 🤍After a day filled with social interaction, n...
21/10/2026

The transition from childcare to home can be a big shift for little ones. 🤍

After a day filled with social interaction, noise, and new experiences, some children need a little time to decompress before moving into the evening routine.

A snack, some connection, and a few moments with fewer demands can help make that transition feel more manageable. Follow your child’s cues, too. Some may prefer quiet play, while others feel better with gentle movement.

You don’t need to make the evening perfect. Sometimes, slowing down and meeting your child where they are is enough.

đź’¤ Find my Age-Appropriate Nap Routine Guide in my IG Highlights.

đź“– Find my MOTHER Ebook in my IG Highlights.

🌡️ Download my FREE Temperature Guide through the link in my bio.

For personalised support, Book Your Sleep Consultation. 🤍

📧 [email protected]

19/10/2026

Thinking about moving your little ones into the same room? 🤍

As a mum of three, I’m preparing for this change in our own home, too! Sharing a room can create some beautiful sibling memories, but a little planning can make the transition easier for everyone.

Every child has different sleep needs, so it’s worth thinking about what will work for your family before making the move. And don’t forget to leave room for those little bedtime giggles. They can become some of the cutest memories. ❤️

đź’¤ Find my Age-Appropriate Nap Routine Guide in my IG Highlights.

đź“– Find my MOTHER Ebook in my IG Highlights.

🌡️ Download my FREE Temperature Guide through the link in my bio.

For personalised sleep support, Book Your Sleep Consultation.

📧 [email protected]

Ever had a day packed with activities, only to find your little one is suddenly silly, clingy, or struggling to settle a...
18/10/2026

Ever had a day packed with activities, only to find your little one is suddenly silly, clingy, or struggling to settle at bedtime? 🤍

It’s easy to assume that more activity should lead to better sleep. But being physically tired and feeling overwhelmed by stimulation are two different things.

After a day filled with noise, bright lights, crowds, and constant activity, some children need extra time to process everything before they can settle.

This is why I like to think about the transition into sleep, not just how much activity has happened throughout the day.

A quieter environment: think blocks on the floor, on the couch with a book, hair brushing, a bath or shower... familiar bedtime cues that aren’t rushed, as our children feed off how relaxed we aim to make our voices and bodies…and a gradual reduction in stimulation can help your child move towards rest. And remember, what feels calming for one child may be energising for another. Watch their cues and adjust accordingly. No afternoon or night will ever be the same!

The goal isn't to exhaust your child into sleep. It's to help them feel settled and ready for it. ❤️

For more support understanding your child's changing sleep needs:
đź’¤ Find my Age-Appropriate Nap Routine Guide in my IG Highlights.

đź“– Find my MOTHER Ebook in my IG Highlights.

🌡️ Download my FREE Temperature Guide through the link in my bio.

For personalised support, Book Your Sleep Consultation.

📧 [email protected]

Being trusted to support the same family through the sleep journeys of two little ones is incredibly special. 🤍Thank you...
17/10/2026

Being trusted to support the same family through the sleep journeys of two little ones is incredibly special. 🤍

Thank you so much, Ennika, for coming back to Sleep Again and trusting me with your family again.

What means the most is hearing that you felt supported, understood, and confident throughout the process. Sleep support should never feel like handing every family the same plan. Your baby, your routines, your comfort levels, and your family all matter.

And ultimately, better sleep is about so much more than the numbers on a sleep log. It’s about having more energy and space to actually enjoy this season with your little ones. ❤️

If your family needs support, there are a few ways I can help:
đź“– Find my MOTHER Ebook in my IG Highlights.
đź’¤ Find my Age-Appropriate Nap Routine Guide in my IG Highlights.
🌡️ Download my FREE Temperature Guide through the link in my bio.

For personalised support tailored to your child and family, Book Your Sleep Consultation. 🤍

📧 [email protected]

Mother. Lover. Sleeper. 🤍We are mothers. We are partners and lovers. We are friends, thinkers, creators, and people with...
16/10/2026

Mother. Lover. Sleeper. 🤍

We are mothers. We are partners and lovers. We are friends, thinkers, creators, and people with interests and identities beyond motherhood.

And we are sleepers.

Sleep is not simply the gap between everything else we do. It supports our ability to be present, connected, and ourselves across every part of life.

This isn't about performing each role perfectly. It's about recognising that mothers are whole people, and their need for regeneration *Every. Single. Night* matters too.

Mother. Lover. Sleeper.

Three parts that can exist together.

If sleep is making it harder to feel like yourself, Sleep Again offers responsive, personalised support for your family.

🤍 Explore Sleep Consultations via the link in bio.

đź“– My MOTHER Ebook is available in my IG Highlights.

đź’¤ Find my Age-Appropriate Nap Routine Guide in my IG Highlights.

🌡️ Download my FREE Temperature Guide through the link in my bio.

📧 [email protected]

When a toddler isn’t sleeping well, the impact rarely stays contained to the night. 🤍A 2021 observational study involvin...
14/10/2026

When a toddler isn’t sleeping well, the impact rarely stays contained to the night. 🤍

A 2021 observational study involving 174 mother-toddler pairs found associations between reported toddler sleep difficulties and aspects of maternal wellbeing, including depressive symptoms, parenting stress, and parenting self-efficacy.

But this is where we need to be really careful with how we talk about research.

An association is not the same as causation.

This study cannot tell us that a mother’s mental health caused her toddler’s sleep difficulties. It also cannot establish whether difficult sleep contributed to maternal distress, whether maternal wellbeing influenced perceptions or experiences of sleep, or whether other factors were involved.

And it certainly doesn’t tell us that a struggling parent has done something wrong.

What it does remind us is that sleep exists within the wellbeing of the whole family (we ALL innately know this).

If nights are difficult and you’re exhausted, stressed, or finding parenthood harder to navigate, you deserve support too. Addressing your child’s sleep can be one part of that support, but mental health concerns deserve their own appropriate professional care.

For toddler sleep guidance:
đź’¤ Find my Age-Appropriate Nap Routine Guide in my IG Highlights.
🌡️ Download my FREE Temperature Guide through the link in my bio.

For personalised sleep support, Book Your Sleep Consultation. 🤍

For concerns about your mental health or wellbeing, please speak with your GP or a qualified mental health professional.

📧 [email protected]

Clock changes can feel like a surprisingly big adjustment when you have a little one whose days revolve around naps, fee...
12/10/2026

Clock changes can feel like a surprisingly big adjustment when you have a little one whose days revolve around naps, feeds, meals, and bedtime. ⏰

The good news? You don’t necessarily need to overhaul their entire routine overnight.

If your child tends to be sensitive to changes in timing, you can start making small 10–15 minute adjustments in the days leading up to the clock change. Think about the whole day rather than bedtime alone. Naps, meals, morning wake time, and bedtime all work together to create their familiar rhythm.

And once the clocks change, give them a little time.

Some babies and children adapt quickly. Others need several days for their body clock and daily routine to catch up. Keep their familiar sleep cues consistent rather than introducing lots of other changes at the same time.

Morning light, regular meals, daytime activity and a predictable wind-down can all help reinforce when it’s time to be awake and when the day is coming to an end.

And remember, Queensland families don’t change their clocks, but this can still be helpful if you’re travelling interstate or returning home from a state that observes daylight saving.

đź’¤ Find my Age-Appropriate Nap Routine Guide in my IG Highlights.
đź“– Find my MOTHER Ebook in my IG Highlights.
🌡️ Download my FREE Temperature Guide through the link in my bio.

For personalised support, Book Your Sleep Consultation. 🤍

📧 [email protected]

“How many times should my baby still be feeding overnight?”It’s a question I hear often, and there isn’t one number that...
11/10/2026

“How many times should my baby still be feeding overnight?”

It’s a question I hear often, and there isn’t one number that applies to every baby. 🤍

Night feeding needs are individual. Two babies of the same age can have very different needs depending on their growth, daytime intake, health, feeding history, and development.

And importantly, not every night wake automatically means hunger, but we shouldn’t assume hunger isn’t involved either.

This is why I don’t look at night waking in isolation.

If your baby is waking frequently, we can look at the broader sleep picture, including their naps, sleep timing, settling, environment, and patterns across the full 24 hours.

Feeding decisions, however, need to take your individual baby into account. Before reducing or removing night feeds, particularly if you have any concerns about feeding, growth or health, speak with your baby’s healthcare professional.

Sleep support should work alongside your baby’s nutritional and developmental needs, not against them.
If you’re trying to understand what might be contributing to your baby’s night wakes, Book Your Sleep Consultation. 🤍

For more Sleep Again resources:
đź“– Find my MOTHER Ebook in my IG Highlights.
đź’¤ Find my Age-Appropriate Nap Routine Guide in my IG Highlights.
🌡️ Download my FREE Temperature Guide through the link in my bio.

📧 [email protected]

Address

Rockhampton, QLD

Website

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when Sleep Again posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Contact The Business

Send a message to Sleep Again:

Shortcuts

Share

Category