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Groovy Babies: IBCLC Lactation, Sleep, Settling & HypnoBirthing Consultant.

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Groovy Babies: IBCLC Lactation, Sleep, Settling & HypnoBirthing Consultant.

Amanda is a Endorsed Midwife and IBCLC Lactation Consultant, Holistic Baby and Child Advanced Sleep Consultant In Home Assessment. Cost $80 for course.

Known as one of Queensland's State Sleep Experts, Amanda is a Advanced Certified Maternity, Baby and Toddler Sleep and Settling Consultant, working from Newborn to Age 5. She consults Australia wide and has clients internationally. Also now working as a Lactation Consultant- IBCLC working with feeding issues from birth and beyond. Available for in-home consultations, and virtual consultations. Read what our "Happy Customers" have to say:
:http://www.groovybabies.com.au/about/testimonials/
My approach to sleep solutions is unique - you wont find any one-size-fits-all solutions offered here. Many sleep consultant's and sleep approaches ignore a child's emotions and focus on the physical needs of sleep, nutrition and associations- simply by using a behavioral approach to "FIX" the problem. I tailor your sleep service to fit your family and find solutions that parents are comfortable implementing. Working together to find solutions that are holistic and will benefit both the child’s and the parent’s lives. Check our website for full description of services and rates

www.groovybabies.com.au. OR ph: 0412 238 854

Breastfeeding and Lactation Consultant Services:

Supporting Families from pregnancy and beyond with all breastfeeding needs. HypnoBirthing:

HypnoBirthing is a simple, straightforward program, thoughtfully developed over the years to remind mothers of the simplicity of birth itself. HypnoBirthing is designed to teach women to trust in Nature's way of birth and to relax and let their bodies do what is needed. By practicing a few key techniques, mothers program their minds and condition their bodies to birth easily. Hypnobirthing Classes: Current 2020

Online or Private lessons in your own home also available.
5x 2.5 hour lessons ( over 5 weeks). Commence from 20+ weeks pregnant. Multiple Pregnancy advice available. Baby Massage
Group Classes held on the Gold Coast.
4 x 1 hour lessons where mums are taught how to massage their babies.

05/12/2025

☀️ IBCLC Hydration Hack for Aussie Mamas! 🇦🇺💧

It's a scorcher out there already.🔥 When you're busy growing and feeding a tiny human, staying hydrated during our hot Australian summer is absolutely crucial, not just for you, but for your milk supply too!

🧡 Quick Tips from Amanda Bude, IBCLC.🧡

Did you know your hydration status can impact both your milk volume AND your energy levels? Low fluid intake, especially when it's hot, can leave you feeling utterly depleted and potentially affect your supply. 😩

Here's the simple Groovy Babies habit to adopt NOW:

Before every single feed (or pump), grab a large glass of water! 🥛

Keep a huge, easily accessible bottle with a straw right next to your feeding spot. 💦

Aim to be sipping constantly throughout the day, especially when you feel that 'feeding thirst' hit!

Always ensure you've got extra water for car trips, in case of your car breaking down or the air conditioning failing.

It's a small, simple habit that makes a BIG difference to your energy and helps your body efficiently produce that liquid gold! ✨

➡️ Tell us below! What's your best #1 secret for staying cool and hydrated during an Aussie summer? 👇

For personalized support on maximizing your supply and tackling any feeding challenges, schedule a quick call with Amanda. Link in bio! 📲

02/12/2025

🔬 Cluster Feeding: The Science Behind the Snuggles (and the Struggles!) 😴

Sweet Mumma, are those marathon feeding sessions leaving you feeling utterly drained? 😩 You look at the clock and wonder, Is this normal? Am I doing something wrong? Let me reassure you, you are doing amazing, and yes, it is normal! ❤️

Here at , Amanda Bude, IBCLC and Midwife, knows that cluster feeding isn't always just about a "hungry baby." It's a fascinating dance backed up by developmental science! 💡

So what's Really Happening During Cluster Feeds?

Hormonal Regulation: Cluster feeding often happens in the evenings and can be your baby's way of naturally signaling your body to produce more prolactin (the milk-making hormone) for the next 24 hours. It's an incredibly smart system for protecting and building your supply! 💪

Catching Up & Comfort: Babies process so much in their new world. Cluster feeding is a powerful tool for comfort, connection, and regulating their nervous system. It’s their way of downloading their day while getting tiny, frequent refills of milk, which is often higher in fat in the evenings! 📈

Growth Spurts: It’s a physiological cue that your baby is leveling up! They need a temporary increase in calories to fuel their rapid growth. 🚀

We'll focus on a holistic approach to help you understand why your baby is feeding this way. You deserve to manage these intense periods while protecting both your precious milk supply and your sanity.

Ready to swap confusion for confidence? Let's decode those feeding cues together.

➡️ Read more on the blog post on Cluster Feeding

https://groovybabies.com.au/cluster-feeding-its-not-just-about-hunger/

For practical, science-backed strategies, or send a DM with your biggest feeding challenge. Amanda is here for you! 💌

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01/12/2025

✨ You Deserve the Gold Standard in Feeding Support! ✨

Sweet mama, if your feeding journey feels tough right now, please know this: You don't have to push through the pain or keep guessing. 😥💔 You deserve so much more than just well-meaning advice.

As an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC), I'm Amanda Bude, and I'm professionally qualified to gently troubleshoot those complex feeding issues.

Think: painful latch 😫, worries about low supply 💧, or anything in between!

My goal is to help you find a truly positive and joyful feeding experience for you and your precious baby. 🤱👶

Ready to stop guessing and start seeing real results? Let's make your journey smooth, comfortable, and happy! 🥰

➡️ Tap the link in bio or visit www.groovybabies.com.auto book your IBCLC consultation today.

Let's get this sorted, together.

28/11/2025

💖 Your Family is Unique—Your Support Should Be Too! 💖
I know that every baby, every parent, and every family has a completely unique story. That's why I offer support that is as unique as you are!

As an experienced midwife, lactation consultant, and mother of three (including twins), I bring a wealth of knowledge to help you find solutions that truly fit your life and your parenting style.

My unique qualifications mean you get the whole picture:

🤱 20+ Years as a Midwife & Certified IBCLC: Expert care for feeding, straight from the source.

😴 Australia’s Premier Baby & Child Sleep Expert: Advanced Holistic Specialist, ensuring gentle and sustainable sleep strategies.

🧘‍♀️ Certified HypnoBirthing® Practitioner: Supporting your journey to a calm, gentle birth.

👶 Mother of 3 (including twins): I've been in your shoes—I get it.

Don't settle for one-size-fits-all advice. You deserve tailored, holistic support from someone who can see the whole picture, from birth to sleep and feeding.

Ready to find the support that’s perfect for your family?

➡️ Click the link in my bio to explore personalized support options.
www.groovybabies.com.au

27/11/2025

🌸 A Little About Me – Amanda from Groovy Babies 🌸
Hi lovely families,

I’m Amanda Bude – Midwife, IBCLC, Hypnobirth Educator… and most importantly, a passionate supporter of parents just like you (and their young ones). 💕

For over 20 years, I’ve been walking alongside families through some of the biggest transitions of their lives; pregnancy, birth, breastfeeding, and early parenting.

Whether it’s your first baby or your fifth, I see how unique every journey is. No two births are the same. No two feeding experiences. No two babies!

That’s why Groovy Babies was born, to create a space where you feel safe, informed, respected, and supported.

Whether you’re on the Gold Coast, in rural Queensland, or connecting online from across Australia – I’m here to help you find your groove 💃 with:

✨ Honest, evidence-based care
✨ Breastfeeding, Private Midwifery and sleep support (without the judgment)
✨ Antenatal education that leaves you feeling calm, not confused
✨ And a listening ear when things just feel a bit much

You don’t need to have it all figured out. You just need someone in your corner and I’d be honoured to be that for you 💗

📍 I offer in-person and virtual consults, so wherever you are, we can connect.
📲 Let’s chat: www.groovybabies.com.au
📧 hello@groovybabies.com.au

With love,
Amanda x

24/11/2025

👶🚨 Go ahead… Wake The Baby!! 🤔

It's the age-old rule: never wake a sleeping baby! BUT as a baby-whisperer, I'm here to tell you that sometimes, a sleeping baby isn't always a good thing. The reality is, a sleep that's too long can be a cause for concern for a few reasons.

One of the most important examples is a newborn (especially one that's jaundiced or a preemie) who sleeps too long and moves into a state of hypoglycaemia (low blood sugar). This can happen when their tiny bodies don't get the fuel they need frequently enough. We need to make sure they're waking to feed within a certain time frame (which I cover in my consultations).

Other reasons you might need to gently rouse your little one include:

🚨Getting back on track with a feeding schedule (especially for very young babies).

🚨Preventing "sleep debt" and making sure the main sleep periods happen overnight.

🚨Needing to change a very soiled nappy to prevent skin irritation and more.

These ideas are some gentle ways to wake the baby that work like a charm.

Save this post in case you need it.

Do you remember the first time you had to wake your baby? Tell me your story in the comments! 👇

Love and peaceful sleep,
Amanda Bude
www.GroovyBabies.com.au
📞 Contact us for personalised support on newborn sleep and feeding schedules!

21/11/2025

💖 🤰✨As an experienced Midwife and a mum of three beautiful HypnoBirthing babies—including my twins 👯‍♀️I understand that you are looking for a gentle, peaceful, and positive way to welcome your baby into the world.

From my own personal and professional experience, I can tell you that birth can absolutely be the way nature intended.

My first HypnoBirthing experience was so beautiful, gentle, and positive that my baby arrived alert, calm, and just perfect—I immediately wanted to give birth again using the technique! 🤩

HypnoBirthing is not just a technique though, it’s a philosophy of birth that helps you achieve a satisfying, relaxing, and stress-free experience. 🧘‍♀️

Why Choose HypnoBirthing? It's the Gentle Way to Birth 🌸Here’s why I wholeheartedly recommend it for a truly joyful birth

Release the Fear 🚫😱: We teach you to release all the negative programming and fear that leads to pain. By embracing deep relaxation, you move out of the Fear-Tension-Pain Syndrome, which greatly reduces the pain of labour!

Empowerment & Trust 💪🤰: You learn that your body is perfectly designed to birth! We give you the tools to trust your body and stay in control of your birth outcome, making you feel confident and accountable.

Calm & Comfort 🛁😌: By using the art of self-hypnosis and deep relaxation, you can experience a birth that is often significantly easier, more comfortable, and safer. It frequently eliminates the need for drugs!

Optimal Bonding 🤱💞: HypnoBirthing often shortens the birthing and recovery time, allowing for earlier, quieter, and better bonding with your baby. You'll welcome your little one into a loving, gentle, and calm environment.

I am passionate about empowering couples to discover their natural birthing instincts, so you can move forward feeling fully prepared for a calm, connected, and gentle birth experience right here on the Gold Coast! ☀️🌊

Learn more from WWW.GROOVYBABIES.COM.AU

18/11/2025

Whether you are:

💖 A mum-to-be planning ahead.

💖 Facing newborn latch difficulties.

💖 Navigating feeding with an older baby who has teeth or is mobile.

💖 Pumping and feeding after returning to work.

I am here for ALL of it.

I'm Amanda Bude, IBCLC at Groovy Babies. I can provide the evidence-based, compassionate, and personalized support you need, no matter what stage you're in. Let's work together to make your feeding experience comfortable and joyful, for as long as you choose!

🔗 Find out more and book your consult today: www.groovybabies.com.au

17/11/2025

✨ Why I Chose Sleep Consulting for Us ✨ As a Sleep Consultant, Lactation Consultant, HypnoBirthing practitioner, Tongue Tie Specialist, and Endorsed Midwife, I've seen firsthand the magic of gentle, responsive sleep support. And when it came to my own family, using these tried and tested, brain and developmentally friendly gentle methods was a no-brainer!

Here’s why it’s so special and effective:

💖 Customised & Caring: It's never about rigid rules or strict schedules. We tailor everything to YOUR family's unique needs, because every baby (and parent!) is different.

🤝 Team Sleep: It truly allows us all to get on team sleep! When everyone feels supported and understands the approach, the journey becomes so much smoother.

🌱 Healthy Development: Supporting healthy sleep isn't just about longer nights; it genuinely supports your little one's overall healthy development.

👶 Responsive Approach: We choose to do it in a responsive manner, always honouring your baby's cues and your parental instincts.

🧠 Bonding & Brains: It profoundly supports bonding and crucial brain development during those precious early years.

⏰ Age-Appropriate Habits: We focus on developing age-appropriate sleep habits that grow with your child, creating a foundation for a lifetime of good sleep.

🌈 Flexible & Gentle: And perhaps best of all, it's NOT an all-or-nothing approach! We work with you to find what feels right and sustainable for your family.

Ready to explore a gentle path to more peaceful nights? Let's chat!
Amanda Bude

WWW.GROOVYBABIES.COM.AU

14/11/2025

😴 The Sneaky Truth About Sleep Debt! 🤯

Hey Groovy Parents, Amanda Bude here from www.GroovyBabies.com.au 👋

Following up on our chat about waking a sleeping baby, I want to introduce you to a concept that's often the culprit behind bedtime battles and chronic night-waking... Sleep Debt. 🧐

It sounds counterintuitive, but letting your baby constantly "catch up" on sleep by taking super long, erratic naps during the day can actually backfire in a big way when it comes to night-time settling.

What is Sleep Debt in Babies?

It’s when your baby accrues a deficit of sleep because they consistently aren’t getting enough quality, restorative sleep during their optimal periods. And here’s the kicker: your baby might look exhausted, but too much daytime sleep doesn't automatically mean better night sleep.

Instead, those long, late afternoon naps can:

Shift their entire sleep rhythm later, making a good, early bedtime impossible.

Increase cortisol levels (that stress hormone!), making them overtired, wired, and harder to settle when the time comes.

Lead to multiple night wakings because their sleep pressure (the natural drive to sleep) isn't high enough to sustain a long stretch.

Remember, consistency is King (or Queen)! 👑

This is why, as tough as it is, establishing age-appropriate wake windows and cap-ping those naps when needed, we help create healthy sleep pressure that drives a beautiful, consolidated night sleep.

It's all about balance, not banking hours while understanding there can be very real reasons why your little one struggles with sleep. Hello feeding issues and oral restrictions I'm looking at you for one.

Do you struggle with long, late afternoon naps that ruin your evenings? Tell me your biggest sleep-debt struggle in the comments! 👇

Love and peaceful nights,

Amanda Bude
Sleep & Lactation Consultant
www.GroovyBabies.com.au

12/11/2025

💣 The TRUTH about TONGUE TIES!!!😛

Let's bust some myths! Here's a summary of some common myths surrounding tongue ties. Let's get the facts straight. 😜

Where do I come in? Clarity, guidance and non-judgmental help is what I offer, as well as clinical experience working with a paediatric dentist within a tongue tie clinic.

Each baby needs accurate individual assessment, planning and support when it comes to feeding. I use specific tools to provide this for you and your child.

Whether a frenectomy is indicated there are specific steps to follow which include 👅 Assessment,
👅 Establishment of milk supply,
👅 Body work preparation and I
👅 IBCLC support before and after release.

This sets you and your baby up for “optimal timing ” release and recovery.

Frenulum restrictions are individual between children and the function can vary so much.

If you're unsure or are dealing with a tie, please send me a message or book a consultation here

www.groovybabies.com.au

👩‍🦱 Amanda Bude Groovybabies

10/11/2025

🌸 Do I Need to Prep My Ni***es for Birth? 🌸

I was asked this morning and thought – what a great question to share with you all!

✨ Short answer: NO, you absolutely don’t need to "prep" your ni***es before birth.

This is one of those outdated pieces of advice that needs retiring! 🙅‍♀️

👶 Your body is already doing what it needs to. Around your ar**la are the amazing Montgomery’s glands, those tiny pimple-like bumps work to...

✔️ Secrete natural oils to fight bacteria

✔️ Lubricate and soften the ni**le area

✔️ Maintain the right pH balance for baby's skin

🧴 Using soaps, shampoos, or some lotions on this area can actually dry out and disrupt this natural system. So, remember:
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Instead, here’s what you can do to prepare...

💡 Learn the basics of breastfeeding – knowledge is power!

💬 Book an Antenatal Breastfeeding Consultation with me – Medicare rebates available

👙 Invest in a good, supportive nursing bra (get it in the last few weeks of pregnancy when your size is more accurate)

🩷 Grab some reusable nursing pads – gentle on skin and eco-friendly

❓ Concerned about flat or inverted ni***es? Don’t panic – reach out for individual advice and support

You are NOT alone in this journey – every mama deserves compassionate, evidence-based guidance. 🌿

📍 Amanda Bude – Midwife, IBCLC, Hypnobirth Educator
📲 Bookings + Info: www.groovybabies.com.au
📧 hello@groovybabies.com.au

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