SPECIAL NEEDS SLEEP CONSULTING
with Melanie Champagne
If your little one has additional challenges such as Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Attention Deficit & Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD), Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) or Anxiety Disorder, sometimes sleep can be especially challenging and complex, but equally essential!
Our sleep training methods (specifically for neurodivergent children) focus on empowering your little one to feel safe and secure in their routine, while introducing independent sleep skills - so they can drift off feeling confident, calm and relaxed.
I am a certified Special Needs Sleep Consultant through the Institute of Pediatric Sleep and Parenting, as well as a Registered Social worker with a background in pediatric nursing. Through my professional experience, I have had the pleasure of supporting children, youth and families who are navigating mental health and special needs diagnosis. I have seen time and time again the importance of sleep and how this closely relates to individual mental health and wellness and the overall health and wellness of families.
The benefits of our program not only include improved sleep quality and duration of sleep, but together we will establish an environment for success, create a calming bedtime routine that reduces bedtime anxiety/fears, strengthen cohesiveness of the family unit and help your child to feel a sense of pride and accomplishment when leading and participating in a successful routine.
*As a Registered Social Worker specializing in pediatric sleep and postpartum mental health, my services may be covered under your extended benefits package. Be sure to check with your provider to see if you have RSW coverage!
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A preliminary sleep evaluation which includes an extensive questionnaire to help us learn about you, your little one and any existing sleep or health challenges.
A 60-minute consultation. This is where we insert the sleep education, discuss the sleep plan and realistic expectations as well as give you the tips, tricks and tools to implementing healthy sleep habits.
A detailed sleep plan for your child - covering sensory activities, routine, age appropriate scheduling, strategies and methods to dealing with bedtime behavioral challenges, night waking, early morning wake ups, poor naps and any other issues your family may be experiencing.
Daily sleep log monitoring.
4 phone calls and unlimited email support (during working hours).
Resources and education to support your continued journey.
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MINI SPECIAL NEEDS SLEEP TRAINING PACKAGE
2 WEEKS
Prior to starting the 2-week program parents will spend one week on their own, frontloading their child with small routine changes before officially implementing the new plan so children have time to adapt to the transition.
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FULL SPECIAL NEEDS SLEEP TRAINING PACKAGE
3 WEEKS
This program is best for families that would like an extra week of support through the frontloading process. They will be guided through the small changes to establish a calming bedtime routine before implementing the new plan.