5-12 Month Course
A self-paced course covering wake windows, nap transitions, and gentle strategies for building independent sleep skills during this rapidly changing stage.
Course Overview
This course walks you through everything you need to know about your baby's sleep from 5-12 months, a time when sleep often feels unpredictable but is actually full of opportunity. You'll find clear, evidence-based strategies for both night sleep and naps, along with practical tools to help you create a plan that fits your family. Whether you're dealing with frequent night wakings, short naps, or simply want to feel more confident about your approach, this course gives you the structure and flexibility to move forward.
What You'll Learn
- Understanding sleep cycles & cues
- Optimizing the sleep environment
- Routines, schedules & feeding
- Night sleep training methods
- Nap training & transitions
- Troubleshooting regressions
Course Format
- 23 text-based lessons
- 15+ downloadable PDFs
- Schedule templates
- Progress trackers
- Troubleshooting checklists
- Self-paced learning
Time Investment
- Self-paced, learn at your own speed
- Comprehensive course format
- Implement at your own pace
- Reference specific topics needed
- Lifetime access to all updates
Course Curriculum
Complete module-by-module breakdown. Click each module to see detailed lessons, learning objectives, and included resources.
Part 1: The Prep
Module 1: Understanding Your Baby's Sleep
Wondering when your baby is ready for sleep training, or struggling to tell tired signs from overtired? This module covers how baby sleep cycles actually work, how to read your baby's unique cues, and how to prepare yourself emotionally for the journey ahead. It's the foundation that makes everything else click into place.
Module 2: Optimizing the Sleep Environment
Not sure if your baby's room is too hot, too cold, or set up in a way that's actually working against you? Here you'll learn exactly how to create a safe sleep setup, from ideal room temperature for baby to managing sleep associations that support (rather than sabotage) independent sleep. Small changes here often make a surprisingly big difference.
Module 3: Routines, Schedules & Feeding
If you're googling "5 month old schedule" or battling early rising that's throwing off your whole day, this module is for you. You'll learn how to structure feeding schedules and daily routines that set up better nights, because what happens during the day shapes what happens after dark.
Part 2: The Plan
Module 4: The Night Sleep Plan
Ready to actually make changes but unsure which sleep training methods suit your family? This module walks you through the techniques step-by-step, including the soothe and support method and guidance on night weaning. You'll have a clear plan you can adapt to your baby and your comfort level.
Module 5: The Nap Training Plan
Naps can feel like a completely different beast, short naps, fighting sleep, or wondering how to handle the 3 to 2 nap transition. This module shows you how to train baby to nap independently, extend those frustrating short naps, and navigate nap transitions without losing the progress you've made at night.
Module 6: Troubleshooting & Success
What happens when sleep training setbacks pop up, teething, illness, travel, or sudden baby sleep problems you didn't expect? This module helps you troubleshoot the bumps, understand what's normal, and maintain your progress long-term. Because real life doesn't pause, and your plan shouldn't fall apart when it gets messy.
Included Resources
In addition to the core lessons, you get instant access to a library of practical tools designed to make implementation easier.
Written Guides
23 comprehensive text-based lessons with detailed explanations and step-by-step instructions covering everything from sleep foundations to gentle settling approaches.
Downloadable PDFs
15+ printable resources including daily schedules, wake window guides, settling method summaries, and quick-reference sheets you can keep by the cot.
Sample Schedules
Multiple schedule templates for different ages within the 5-12 month range, including variations for babies who catnap and those on longer naps.
Progress Trackers
Printable sheets to track sleep patterns, settling progress, and schedule adjustments so you can see what's working over time.
Troubleshooting Guides
Quick-reference checklists for common challenges like early waking, night feeds, nap refusals, and the 8-10 month sleep regression.
How to Use This Course
Practical guidance on getting the most out of this course. Learn at your own pace and reference back as needed.
Self-Paced Learning
Complete the course at your own speed. Some parents finish in one session, others prefer to work through modules over several days or weeks. There's no deadline or rush.
Recommended Order
Modules are designed to be completed sequentially, as each builds on the previous. However, you can jump to specific topics if you have urgent questions. All content remains available for reference.
Implementation Timeline
You can start implementing strategies immediately, even while still watching lessons. Many parents begin with environment setup and routines, then move to settling techniques when ready.
Reference Back Anytime
All course content remains accessible for lifetime. Reference specific lessons, download resources again, or review modules as your baby grows and changes.
Is This Course Right for You?
This course is designed for parents of babies 5-12 months who are experiencing sleep challenges or want to prepare for upcoming changes.
- Best for: Babies 5-12 months experiencing sleep challenges, or parents wanting to build better sleep foundations.
- Time commitment: Self-paced learning. Estimated 2-4 hours to complete all content, but can be spread over days or weeks.
- What you'll need: Willingness to implement strategies, time to complete checklists, and patience as changes take time to establish.
- Not the right fit? If your baby is outside the 5-12 months window, check out our Newborn Sleep Guide or Toddler Toolkit instead.
This course helps parents improve their baby's sleep with evidence-based strategies.
Success Stories
"We completed the course and with Sally's guidance, successfully achieved our baby to independently put themselves to sleep and sleep through the night. Can't recommend enough!"
"I found Sally on TikTok and really loved her more gentle, reasonable, and realistic approach. Once we started her course, we saw a massive improvement. Some nights our baby sleeps 11-12 hours!"
"Can't thank Sally enough for her guidance. I followed her course and saw a massive improvement. The strategies actually work in real life!"
Get This + Everything Else
For just a little more than a single course, you get access to everything in Snooze.
Individual Course
- This course only
- Lifetime access to this course
- No access to other age guides
- No Library access
- No Village community
- No live coaching
Snooze Membership
- This course included
- All age guides (newborn through toddler)
- Complete Library access
- The Village community
- Weekly live coaching with Sally
- Member pricing on consultations
For just $30 more, you get everything
What's in Snooze
This course is included in your Snooze membership, along with everything else you need for great sleep.
This Course
Complete, step-by-step guidance for navigating your baby's sleep challenges.
All Age Guides
Newborn, 3-4 months, 5-12 months, and toddler sleep help—all in one place.
Complete Library
Foundational courses, troubleshooting guides, and downloadable resources.
The Village
Supportive community of parents sharing wins, encouragement, and connection.
Live Coaching
Weekly Q&A sessions with Sally, plus replay library of past sessions.
Member Pricing
Discounted rates on 1:1 consultations and premium support services.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Created by Sally, The Sleep Concierge — paediatric nurse, certified sleep consultant, and mum of two — Snooze gives you practical tools and a calm, confident approach to your baby's sleep.
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Paediatric nurse, mum of two, and founder of The Sleep Concierge & Snooze.