Navigating Sleep Disorders in Pregnancy & Lactation Masterclass

Sleep may be one of the most disrupted and misunderstood aspects of maternal health.

Sleep challenges in pregnancy and the postpartum period are common but treating them isn’t always straightforward. This masterclass is tailored for healthcare professionals who prescribe medication or offer advice to perinatal patients with insomnia and other sleep disorders.

Led by Dr. Elsa du Toit, this session will equip you with the knowledge to make evidence-based, ethically sound decisions in your clinical practice.

Whether you're a GP, psychiatrist, psychologist, midwife or allied health professional, this masterclass will give you a practical, research-informed framework to approach maternal sleep disorders with clarity and confidence.

Through a combination of pre-recorded lectures and a live interactive discussion you'll explore:

• The latest evidence of sleep disorders in pregnancy and postpartum
• Clinical guidelines and up-to-date research on treatment options, including medication safety, non-pharmacological strategies and lifestyle interventions
• Real-world case studies that reflect the ethical and therapeutic complexities of perinatal sleep management

Join us in July to deepen your knowledge, strengthen your practice, and contribute to safer, more effective maternal mental healthcare.

• On-Demand Access: 15 July - 20 August 2025
• LIVE Session: 6 August 2025 @ 19:00-20:00
• CPD: Earn 2 General + 1 Ethical CPD Points
• Cost: R850

What You’ll learn

Module 1: Common perinatal sleep disorders
Understand how pregnancy impacts sleep. Explore the prevalence, presentation and progression of sleep disturbances across the perinatal period.

Module 2: Managing sleep in the perinatal period
From lifestyle changes to pharmacological treatment, learn the current evidence and safety considerations when treating sleep disorders during pregnancy and lactation.

Module 3: Live case-based discussion
Join Dr. Elsa for a collaborative online discussion focused on real-world patient scenarios. Debate clinical dilemmas and explore best-practice management in a supportive environment.

Module 4: Recommended reading
Dive deeper with curated academic articles and resources to further your understanding of sleep health in maternal care.

Format

• 2 Pre-recorded lectures
• 1 Live interactive discussion
• Reading materials
• Self-paced learning (Access anytime in July)

Why attend?

Stay current with evidence-based updates
Gain confidence in treating insomnia during pregnancy
Understand the ethical and clinical considerations in prescribing

Who should attend?

This masterclass is ideal for:

• GPs & Psychiatrists
• Obstetricians & Midwives
• Clinical Psychologists & Therapists
• Nurses & Allied Health Professionals working in maternal mental health