Why I don't like reward charts
Stickers, stars, and prizes can look like an easy way to encourage good behaviour, but many families find they don’t work the way they hoped.
Has your childhood shaped the way you receive your baby's tears?
Supporting our children through their big feelings isn’t always easy but it matters more than you might realise.
14 Red Flags for sleep disordered breathing.
Is your child a tricky sleeper, or is something disturbing them? Don't ignore the snore. There's nothing cute about a compromised airway.
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What if your child only wants you and not your partner at bedtime? 5 truths to hold onto.
It’s exhausting for the “preferred” parent who is desperate for relief, and it can be deeply painful for the parent who is rejected.
Do you have a low sleep needs baby?
Short naps? Long awake times? Late bedtime? It might be completely normal for your baby.
Need some reassurance? Why not book in a phone consult here.
Can co-sleeping or room sharing become a long-term problem?
There's no expiry date on closeness and it does not 'ruin' or prevent independence.
Spaced soothing isn't my style... here's why.
Keen to dip your toe in the water, and seek attachment focused guidance based on your little one’s age, temperament and current sleep habits.
Why not start by completing my Contact form so you can tell me a bit about your situation.
Why does my baby only sleep on me?
There are usually just 2 simple reasons for this. Read YouTube caption for my recommendations
You might find this free guide helpful too.
Is your baby waking just 40mins after falling asleep?
If so you might be dealing with 'False Starts' at bedtime.
Is your toddler's sleep-in sabotaging bedtime?
If your toddler is partying into the late evening or waking for hours overnight, the solution might be simpler than you think, especially if they’re sleeping in past 7am.
Part 2: Here's the one where I explain my approach to sleep support and how I cringe when I have to use the title, 'Sleep Consultant'
Hear all about my philosophies and why I believe that connection is so important for infant sleep.
Part 1: Want to know a bit about my own journey to motherhood?
From the struggles of being a first time mum and my newborn getting chicken-pox, to the earth-rocking (and quite funny) moment I found out I was expecting twins!!
Unsettled or in pain?
Got an unsettled baby, 3months or less? Before you spend money on sleep support, I’d rather you spend it making sure your baby is comfortable in their body. Here are the professionals I recommend you see first.
When sleep advice causes sleep 'problems'.
"When it's your first baby, you don't know what you don't know."
Listen to Ceri & Jake tell their story of exhaustion, overwhelm and their biggest fears around asking for help from a sleep consultant. It’s a long one, so pop it on during a walk or while you’re folding that mountain of washing you've been avoiding ;)
PART 4
Want to stop feeding to sleep?
Be clear in your communications and open to receiving your child's feelings
PART 3
Want to stop feeding to sleep?
Surrender your control: introducing freedom, autonomy and play.
PART 2
Want to stop feeding to sleep?
Let's look at sleep location next.
PART 1.
Ready to stop feeding to sleep but not sure where to start? Breaking this huge task down into manageable steps.
Sinead's Sleep Story
Sinead selected the Evening Package. She kindly shares her experience in working with me when she found herself at her wits-end with her 8mo little girl's sleep.
4 Infant sleep myths: de-bunked.
There are so many sleep "rules" floating around that are... well, just not true. In this video, I’m busting some of the most common myths I come across in my work as a holistic sleep coach.
"Overtiredness prevents sleep"
"Children must sleep alone to become independent"
"Never wake a sleeping baby"
"Holding your baby to sleep spoils them"
Does your baby fight every nap, only sleep for 20–30 minutes, and pop awake the second you try to put them down? Here I share the most likely reasons your baby resists naps.
For more information DOWNLOAD my Free 4–6 Month Sleep Guide.
Why short newborn naps are NOT a cause for concern
Worried about your newborn's short naps? Don’t be! In this video, I’m breaking down why short naps are completely normal and nothing to fix. Your baby’s short naps won’t harm their brain, won’t leave them overtired, and definitely don’t reflect on your parenting skills.
Want more on newborn sleep and what NOT to stress about? Download my free Newborn Guide here
Walking on egg-shells; Stacey's toddler sleep story.
Stacey came to me when life was feeling impossible. Her 14mo was such a light sleeper that even flushing the toilet or flicking a light switch could undo hours of hard work. The TV? Permanently on mute. She and her husband were tiptoeing through their own home, exhausted and on edge. Sound familiar?
(Stacey booked my Standard support)
Steph's Toddler Sleep Story
Steph came to me when her 1yo was breastfeeding 10x a night!! In her story, she shares how exhausting life had become—and what made my approach so different from the sleep school she’d already tried. You’ll hear the key insight she gained about her son’s sleep, plus the unexpected (and very welcome) part of my support that took her by surprise.
(Steph booked my Standard support)