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Things I learned at baby sleep school – Part I

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Five months ago I gave birth to the girl I now consider to be my entire universe.

Shortly after I came home from the hospital, I went to my local health clinic and joined the parents’ group.

At each meeting, we had a round robin where we all shared any challenges, wins or advice. Each mum or dad would usually end his or her piece with “is that normal?”. The parents’ group is a great council for reassurance from other new parents.

It was soon established that the sleeping patterns and habits formed by my little cherub were not ‘normal’. Apparently, taking two hours to settle a screaming baby who will only sleep on the boob, is actually considered problematic.

The nurse suggested sleep school and told us about a local facility—called the Ellen Barron Family Clinic. I had never heard of such a place. For those just as clueless as I was, it is a government-funded… Read the rest


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