Council's Maternal Child Health service provides information sessions focusing on sleep and settling for babies of various ages. To book phone 8571 1880 or email SleepandSettling@cgd.vic.gov.au.
Sessions are free and held online and onsite. Bookings are essential and are for City of Greater Dandenong clients only.
For online sessions we use Microsoft Teams.
Knowing your newborn 0-3 months
These sessions are all held online.
Information on feeding will be provided.
Find sessions dates and times.
Newborn 3-6 months
Information in these sessions include:
- understanding the developmental stages of your baby
- how to establish Feed Play sleep pattern/routines
- settling and resettling strategies.
These sessions are held online or in person.
Find session dates, times and locations.
Babies 6-12 months
Information in these sessions include:
- Understanding the developmental stages of your baby
- How to establish Feed Play sleep pattern/routines
- Settling and resettling strategies
- Age-appropriate feeding routine and healthy diet.
These sessions are held online or in person.
Find session dates, times and locations.
Toddlers 12 months and above
Information in these sessions include:
- Understanding the developmental stages of your toddler
- Establishing age-appropriate toddler’s routine
- Settling strategies for toddlers
- Behaviour management
These sessions are held online or in person.
Find session dates, times and locations.
Questions
Phone 8571 1880 or email SleepandSettling@cgd.vic.gov.au
Testimonials from parents who have attended Sleep and Settling sessions
Parent from Keysborough, 2025
'Thanks for guiding us through this Milestone smoothly.
I just wanted to share our positive experience on sleep training has been for our 14 month old. It did take some patience and practice to keep up but I was surprised how much a child can adapt at such a young age in a span of 4-7 days.
I’m grateful that I got all this support from MCH team at no cost and I would recommend all parents to make use of this free service to help navigate baby’s sleep journey.'
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Past Testimonials
Parent from Dandenong North, 2025
'I wanted to share my feedback on the incredible support I received from your sleep and settling service. From the very beginning, I felt understood and reassured, which made a huge difference as a new mum navigating the challenges of infant sleep.
The consultant who visited my home was extremely knowledgeable and supportive. She not only demonstrated effective settling techniques but also provided me with valuable tips and advice that have been instrumental in helping my baby sleep better. Beyond the practical guidance, she truly understood the worries and challenges that come with being a new parent, which made me feel heard and supported.
The follow-up phone calls were especially helpful, as they kept me motivated and encouraged me to stay consistent with the techniques. Knowing that I had ongoing support gave me the confidence to implement what I had learned, and I have continued to use these strategies for my now seven-month-old.
I highly recommend this service to other parents. It has been an invaluable resource, and I am so grateful for the care, expertise, and support I received. Thank you for the amazing work you do!'
Parent from Noble Park, 2024
'We had an incredible experience working with Anita. From the very beginning, she was patient and understanding of the challenges that come with having a newborn, especially when it comes to unpredictable sleep schedules. She was flexible and accommodating, working around the napping chaos and always providing guidance with a calm, reassuring approach and checking that we were comfortable with every step involved.
The knowledge and tips we received from her were truly invaluable. Not only did we gain more time in our day thanks to the improved sleep routine, but she also gave us the confidence that we could manage it ourselves. We are so grateful for her support and expertise—it made a huge difference in our lives.'