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Calm Babies

Carmel Morabito, Calm Babies founder, with three decades of experience, is a skilled Mothercraft nurse and sleep consultant. Helping over 10,000 families with her extensive paediatric knowledge.

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MEET CARMEL MORABITO,
FOUNDER OF CALM BABIES.

Spanning over 30 years of experience within the nursing industry, Carmel is a proud mother to Chloe and a blessed stepmother to daughters Ava and Miah. Sporting an enthusiastic passion for helping families pave their way in navigating newborn days and beyond; ensuring each family receives the restorative sleep they rightfully deserve while instilling confidence in all parenting styles.

Over her 30-year career caring for babies and children, Carmel has worked across multiple Day-care centres, Special Care Nurseries, and with some of Melbourne’s leading hospitals within the Mother & Baby units.

Supporting more than 10,000 families across her career, both on a local and global scale, Carmel successfully founded Calm Babies in 2009 and continues to be one of the most sought-after Mothercraft Nurses.

Carmel prides herself on working directly with her clientele and is dedicated to tailoring personalised support programs and building nurturing foundations, ranging across:

  • New parent support
  • Postpartum guidance
  • Breastfeeding
  • Nap transitions
  • Appropriate wake windows based on your baby’s age
  • Healthy sleep routines
  • Confidence in navigating parenthood
  • Teething & sickness support
  • Supporting experienced parents seeking solutions for their growing abode.

Throughout my career, I have worked in daycare centres, special care nurseries, and mother/baby units in some of Melbourne’s leading hospitals. This experience has given me extensive knowledge in caring for premature and newborn babies, providing lactation advice to new mothers, and guiding and assisting parents who are having a hard time establishing a healthy sleep routine for their babies.

At Calm Babies, I am dedicated to providing personalized support and empowering families for healthy sleeping habits.

Whether you’re a new parent struggling with sleep or breastfeeding issues, or an experienced parent seeking new solutions, I am here to help you and your family get the rest you need.

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What we specialise in

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In-Home Baby Sleep Consultation (Newborn to 3 Months

In-Home Baby Sleep Consultation Newborn to 3 Months It is common to see that during a hospital stay, the focus is centred around pregnancy and labour, followed with a strong focus on initiating breastfeeding to stimulate milk production. However, once at home, there’s a noticeable absence of support and it can be very overwhelming. Sleep training a newborn is not recommended, but meeting your baby’s needs effectively can foster better sleep habits, resulting in a consistently content baby and providing parents with the crucial time they need to rest and recover. Carmel, Baby Sleep Consultant and Founder of Calm Babies can offer the following options for newborn home visits. 3-HOUR MORNING VISIT (7AM TO 10AM) Carmel will visit your home and demonstrate an appropriate ‘feed-play-sleep’ schedule. She will also observe baby’s sleep environment and make recommendations and provide advice on any feeding or lactation queries you may have. You will also receive access to the Calm Babies Sleep Guide and be taken through in detail everything you need to know to help your baby thrive and provide you with confidence to identify what your baby’s needs are, including the Calm Babies signature bedtime time routine. Following the in-home consult, you will receive 5 days of UNLIMITED phone support with Carmel between the hours of 7am to 8pm, Monday to Sunday. You will then have access to Carmel for three months post visit for any follow-up questions, available between the hours of 7am to 3pm, Monday to Friday. Carmel arrives just as “witching hour” begins and provides a hands-on demonstration of her signature bedtime routine. This includes feeding and effective bathing techniques to help your baby settle in for a longer stretch of sleep. As part of this visit, Carmel will also observe baby’s sleep environment and make recommendations. Carmel is also able to provide advice on any feeding or lactation queries you may have. If you like, this session also provides the opportunity for Carmel to provide a ‘dream feed’ around 10pm (or alternatively assist your partner) Carmel can take care of this while you indulge in some much-needed rest. She will depart after feeding and resettling your baby. Following the in-home consult, you will receive 5 days of UNLIMITED phone support with Carmel between the hours of 7am to 8pm, Monday to Sunday. You will then have access to Carmel for three months post-training for any follow-up questions, available between the hours of 7am to 3pm, Monday to Friday. NOTE: These packages include a complimentary copy of the Calm Babies ‘Newborn Guide’ The “Newborn Guide,” is a comprehensive resource tailor-made for new parents. This guide delves into essential insights, covering everything from establishing a flexible feed-play-sleep routine, training your baby’s circadian rhythm to comprehending growth spurts, wake windows, and the use of a pacifier. It also provides sample routines, guidance on outings with your baby, implementing a soothing bedtime routine, and mastering the art of swaddling.

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In-Home Baby Sleep Consultation (3 Months to 3 Years)

In-Home Baby Sleep Consultation With Ongoing Support This package offers a personalised baby sleep consultation in the comfort of your home with Carmel, founder of Calm Babies and is available to most areas of Melbourne Metro and the Mornington Peninsula. An in-home consultation typically takes 2 to 3 hours and provides extensive follow up support by phone. Upon receiving your inquiry, Carmel will schedule a complimentary 15-minute introductory phone consultation. During this call, we’ll discuss your specific situation and determine whether Calm Babies is the right solution for your family. On the day of the visit, Carmel will arrange to arrive 30 minutes prior to your baby’s nap time and will: Identify your current challenges and goals. Evaluate your nursery sleep environment. Assist with any feeding issues. Consider your family routine and develop a personalised ‘feed–play-sleep plan’. Help you recognise baby sleep cues. Provide you with access to the Calm Babies Sleep Guide. Assist you implement Calm Babies techniques for settling. Following the in-home consult, you will receive 5 days of UNLIMITED phone support with Carmel between the hours of 7am to 8pm, Monday to Sunday. You will then have access to Carmel for three months post-training for any baby sleep related questions, available between the hours of 7am to 3pm, Monday to Friday.

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Phone Consultation

Phone Consultation With Ongoing Support Phone Consultations are available to interstate and overseas clients who are outside the Melbourne travel zone, and throughout Australia. Some local clients may also prefer a phone consultation over a home visit. During the call I will troubleshoot any specific issues you are having, and develop a routine that suits both you and your baby. My phone service is beneficial to anyone who needs advice in relation to their current settling, sleep or feeding issues. Upon receiving your inquiry, Carmel will schedule a complimentary 15-minute introductory phone consultation. During this call, we’ll discuss your specific situation and determine whether you would like to continue with a baby sleep phone consultation. The phone consultation includes: A preliminary 30–45-minute phone call or videocall to better understand your current challenges and goals, supported by a sleep time phone call with Carmel at nap or bedtime where she will guide you through the personalised settling technique until your baby falls asleep. Development of a customised routine tailored to fit into your family lifestyle. Access to a copy of the Calm Babies Sleep Guide. Agree a strategy for the upcoming 5 days which will include UNLIMITED phone support with Carmel between the hours of 7am to 8pm, Monday to Sunday. Upon completion of the 5-day training, you will receive guidance on going out with your baby and maintaining the sleeping techniques and routine. Daily follow-ups with Carmel for a period of 5 days, offering support for emerging questions. She is available for calls and questions between 7am and 8pm, Monday to Sunday. You will then have access to Carmel for three weeks post-training for any follow-up questions, available between the hours of 7am to 3pm, Monday to Friday.

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Baby Booster

Baby Booster Package Following your Home Visit or Phone Consultation and once your baby is sleeping well, if you happen to have any challenges that creep in or are feeling like your routine needs a refresh, Calm Babies is happy to offer a BABY BOOSTER package for $300. This service acts as a booster session for a half day period (10am – 2pm), with access to Carmel Morabito, Founder of Calm Babies available on the phone covering: Questions regarding your baby’s routine and guidance Sleep routine support Feeding support Requiring help to troubleshoot Regrouping post illness, holiday/jet lag difficulties & teething support Following this half day, Carmel will remain accessible for a 3-week period during the hours of 7am-3pm.

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Calm Swaddle

As a mother and experienced mothercraft nurse, I understand the struggles of trying to get a good night’s sleep with a newborn. It can be a challenging and overwhelming time, and it’s natural to want to do everything you can to help your baby sleep better. That’s why I developed the Calm Swaddle, a wrap designed to help your baby stay settled, feel comforted, and sleep longer. Wrapping your newborn can mimic the sensation of being in the womb, providing a sense of safety and comfort that can help soothe them and encourage them to sleep longer and wake up less often. The warmth and light pressure of the wrap can be especially comforting for newborns, helping them feel more secure and settled. This can, in turn, help you get more sleep, as you won’t be waking up as often to tend to your baby. The Calm Swaddle is made from breathable bamboo/cotton with elastane, a soft and comfortable material that provides warmth and comfort without overheating your baby. It also allows for some movement and breathability, ensuring that your baby is comfortable while they sleep. Whether you’re a new mother looking for a little extra support or an experienced parent seeking a new solution, the Calm Swaddle is here to help you and your child get the rest you need. Our swaddle is machine washable, on a cold gentle cycle, and requires no ironing.

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