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Holistic care for you, your family, and your baby. Parent group, Massage, Sleep, Newborn guidance.

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Sara & Summer Love

Hello, my name is Sara and I am so pleased that you are browsing my site and reaching out for support. So welcome. I am a Mum of 5 beautiful children and live in the gorgeous Adelaide Hills. I have worked in the Private Hospital sector as a Registered Nurse since 1998, and a Midwife since 2006. My passion for working with babies and families has now also extended to Child Sleep and Paediatric Massage. From working as a Midwife I have experience in Antenatal Care and Education classes, Labour and Birth, Postnatal care for Mother and baby, and looking after all of the cute babies in the Special Care Nursery.
Why the name Summer Love? Well, it’s a feeling. The feeling you get when you feel the warm summer sun on your skin, you are relaxed, content, and have taken the moment to be present. When else have I felt this? Holding my babies. Not surprising then that I named my third daughter Summer. Is parenthood exciting and magical, yes! Is it like this every day? Ah, No. It is certainly not all “sunshine, lollipops, and rainbows everywhere”, but that is where I come in… Through my business, I aim to empower families by sharing all the knowledge I have gathered over the years in order to make everything 'baby' that bit easier. By being there to give you education and support, I hope you get to feel a little more Summer Love. Looking forward to supporting you and your family. Sara x Email me: info@summerlove.net.au Phone: Sara 0434332136
  • My Qualifications

  • Registered Nurse Uni SA 1997
  • Registered Midwife Flinders University 2006
  • Paediatric Massage Consultant- Infant Massage Information Service 2016
  • Maternity and Child Sleep Consultant – International Parenting Health Institute 2016
  • Happiest Baby Educator 2016
  • Rednose Australia – Introduction to Safe Sleeping for Educators 2021
  • Thompson Method Breastfeeding Program for Professionals 2021
  • Graduate Certificate Health Psychology – Curtin University 2022
  • Immunisation Nurse 2022
Photography by Kelli D. Photography x

Summer Love

A place to find
Support, Education, & Friends for life

Our Services

1:1 Newborn Support

In-home or Zoom support to answer all of your questions and give you the confidence and knowledge to care for your baby. Birth - 6 Months.
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Private parents & Babies Group

The ultimate Midwife-led Parent Group. Classes that guide you through pregnancy, birth, and the care of your new baby. Midwife & Friend Support. In-person small group sessions.
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1:1 Sleep Consulting

Zoom support to get your whole family sleeping better. 6 Months - 5 Years
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Infant Massage

Take the time to connect with your baby and take advantage of all of the benefits of massage. Group Sessions or Online.
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1:1 Antenatal/ Newborn Support

Babies Birth to 6 months


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Tailored support to suit your needs. After an In-home, in-office (Mount Barker), or Zoom Consultation, I will have you feeling more confident and grounded. In my consultation, I will cover all sleep and feeding issues from top to toe, answer all of your questions, and help set you up with a plan to make your days and nights with your new baby easier. Topics covered: Sleep, Feeding, Routines, Massage, Safe Sleeping, Baby care. This may also be used as a great 1:1 antenatal class - be prepared before your baby arrives. An awesome gift.Cost: $150 per 2 hr session –Includes a hard copy booklet of all of the information we have discussed, and one month of email or phone support to help you along the way.

Parents and babies group/ Antenatal Sessions

Summer LoveEverything you need to know to boost your confidence and knowledge for Pregnancy, Labour, Birth, and the care of your baby. Upcoming Individual Antenatal Sessions: TBA Sleep Safe Sleep Sleep in Pregnancy Sleep and Settling techniques Sleep expectations of a newborn Foundations of Sleep Practical Session on Massage Learn Massage for Labour Infant Massage Self-Care and Nurturing Relationships Guest Speaker: Sue - Regain Balance: Counselling, Health and Wellbeing Breastfeeding and bonding with your baby. A great session to start your breastfeeding journey. Also suitable for parents planning to Formula Feed. Taking Expressions of interest now!! The Ultimate Parents and Babies Group 12 Midwife-led Sessions, hosted weekly. Mount Barker. Tuesdays, 1.30-3.30pm. Next group starting : Tuesday 6th August 2024, and February 2025 Such a lovely space for parents and their babies to come together in a supportive and friendly environment. Midwife led to answer all of your questions and guide you through the emotions of parenthood. A 12 week course aimed to nurture your connection with your baby, fill your soul with confidence, and find support for yourself and the care of your baby. Small groups for personal support. Education, support, friendship and fun. Suitable for babies birth - 6 mths of age. Topics Include: Birth Story Listening Infant Massage Infant Sleep Parents and Baby Yoga Self Care CPR and First Aid Speech and solids Occupational Therapy Sensory Play Swimming Pilates and even a glorious Pamper day. Extras Included: - Unlimited Midwife support throughout the course. - Exclusive Discounts and Samples. Investment: The Ultimate Parents and Babies Group: $650 for 12 individual weekly sessions . Payment Plans and Afterpay Available. $50 discount for upfront payments. Open Single Sessions: Sleep and Massage: 29th October 2024 The perfect combo to improve your little ones sleep.A 3 hr workshop of sleep information and a practical massage session.Aimed at babies birth - 2 yrs of age.2 hr sleep workshop hosted by Sleep Consultant and Midwife Sara Rist. All sleep issues covered top to toe. Includes take home sleep guide.Coffee available for purchase.45 mins practical massage session. Includes gift box including massage oil, written massage guide, and access to instructional massage video.Please bring blanket and towel for your baby.10 am - 1 pm. $100 per couple.Sunday Cafe and Church1/11 Light Cresent, Mount Barker Walk and Yoga: 5th November, Laratinga Wetlands, 1.30-3.30pm. A fun 45min afternoon walk at the gorgeous Laratinga wetlands follwed by a relaxing stretch yoga class. Hosted by Sara from Summer Love and Leah from The Movement Muma.A lovely way to meet other mums, get some fresh air, and stretch out those aches and pains.You are encouraged to bring your bub in the pram or carrier, or if you need a little time to yourself, feel free to come with your arms free! $15 per person CPR and First Aid: 12th November 2024. A 2 hr session full of information to help your little one in an emergency. Hosted by Head 2 Toe CPR and Summer Love. Covers CPR and other emergencies top to toe such as Choking, Drowning, Bumps, Burns, and Fever. A practical and interactive session to give you the confidence and knowledge you need. $65 per couple.Tuesday 12th November 2024, 10 am -12pm. 1/11 Light Cres. Mount Barker, Church Sunday. Coffee available for purchase.
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My most exciting new adventure. Your very own Midwife-led private baby group. The perfect place to start your new journey of parenthood, with confidence. My goal for this parents and babies group is to surround you with support, not only from myself and the other families but also from the community of experts I am gathering around us. Some of my best friends are from the parent group I joined when I had my first baby, and I would love for you to experience that too. This package is not only for first-time parents but for 2nd or 3rd (or more) time parents. Every baby is different and we never stop learning or needing support.


1:1 Sleep Consulting 6 months- 5 years

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Just breathe, I am here to help. After a 2hr 1:1 In Office or Zoom Consultation with me, I aim to get your family's sleep back on track and support you along the way. In my consultations, I will cover all sleep issues top to toe, answer all of your questions and come up with a sleep plan to suit your family. Topics covered: The importance of Sleep, Sleep needs, Nutrition, Safe Sleep, Room Environment, Sleep Guidance Methods. Cry it out Method not implemented. Cost: $150 Includes printed booklet of all of the information we have discussed, and one month of email or phone support to help you along the way. Zoom calls are available Australia-wide. Email me to book or for more information regarding your own sleep issues.

Infant massage

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Time to relax.
Infant massage is a lovely way to take some time out with your little one. Some of the benefits of massage include: increased relaxation, sleep, & bonding, reduced crying, colic, stress, and anxiety. Sounds good, doesn’t it? Please join me for a lovely morning of massage, friends, and morning tea. Small group classes.Option 1: Group Class Next Session: TBAOrOption 2: Just want to hang in your PJ’s at home? Purchase my massage instruction video and watch it in your own time as many times as you like. A 25-minute education video with the cutest babies, designed for you to follow along. Suitable for babies of any age

what clients say

  • Summer Love was one of the highlights of my pregnancy. Being a first-time mum I was worried that antenatal classes at the hospital only covered the labour, and very little about after the baby comes home. Sara put my mind at ease, she is incredibly knowledgeable and the information was delivered in an easy-to-understand way. I went into my induction with ease as Sara had expertly outlined the procedure in one of our classes. She was there for me through the whole process and answered every question I had. I was so excited to see her and the other ladies postnatally. I cannot recommend Summer Love and Sara more highly, she is unbelievably passionate and knowledgeable in everything she does.
    Jess, Mount Barker.
  • I can't thank Sara enough for the education and support she had provided professionally and personally through Summer Love. Through my pregnancy, I realised how little practical information is available for mum's and dad's to be. I was extremely fortunate to be provided with resources, guest speakers and hands-on experience along with Sara's expertise and knowledge in all things baby and parenting. I approached birth with a confidence I knew I would not have had before Summer Love. Now that I am a mum, I've realised how much there is to know and be prepared for. The connection with other Mum's and Babies same age and watching them experience their journey has also been such a blessing. Thank you Sara and Summer Love.
    Lauren, Flaxley.
  • In my first months of being a new mum, I was so glad to have been able to join the Summer Love group. Public mum's groups wouldn't start until my little one would turn 6 months. But I found that especially in the early months, I needed the support, help, and chats with other mums much more than later on. There are so many questions and worries having a newborn baby for the first time. I feel very supported by Sara and felt comfortable to ask all of the questions that I had and talk about struggles along the way. And most important my baby enjoyed the activities and meeting other mums and babies as well. I can only recommend Summer Love to every Mum And Bub!
    Julia, Flaxley.
  • Sara was my saving Grace when my daughter would not let anyone but myself put her to sleep and even then it was a struggle. She helped us to be able to get my daughter to let others put her to bed and self-settle. She was then sleeping through the night and life was less stressful. Thank you so much Sara! Forever in your debt! Xx
    Samantha, McLarenvale
  • You are the baby whisperer.......first time Clementine has gone to sleep before Midnight! .......Good morning Sara, well she is a lot more settled. Thanks so much for all of your help in the first couple of weeks. The information you gave us was very very helpful and really enabled us to understand Clementines needs. Best baby whisperer ever.
    Darren, Mount Barker.