What is the Possums and co. sleep program? 

The Possums and co. sleep program is an evidence- based alternative to sleep training. 

It focuses on optimising a baby’s two natural/ biological sleep regulators. It does not promise to have your baby sleeping through the night, but rather the goal is for nights to feel manageable, without excessive night waking. 

The program is based on the principles of “neuroprotective developmental care” and is aligned with attachment- based parenting. It helps to support and promote breastfeeding, and safe co sleeping if this is a family’s preference. 

Dr Eliza strongly believe in the Possums and co. philosophy and approach to sleep problems, and as such consultations usually focus on this approach, especially for infants < 6 months. 

The Possums and co. sleep program approach is also successful and helpful for older babies, and a perfect place to start addressing sleep problems. Following this, Dr Eliza can also talk to families of older babies about night weaning (if age- appropriate), and other approaches to sleep problems, if appropriate.