Kelly-anne Riley-Smith: Autism & Anxiety Sleep Specialist

Kelly-anne Riley-Smith: Autism & Anxiety Sleep Specialist www.facebook.com/groups/sleepsuccessforautisticchildren As amazing as it is, being a parent can be hard! My family life is far from 'normal' - whatever that is?!

Helping parents of autistic children with sleeping difficulties to create calm, confident sleep routines so they can enjoy restful nights without overwhelm or endless battles. But when you are the parent of a neurodivergent child, all those parental challenges along with every-day goals are magnified. I have 4 children, all of whom are neurodivergent - Autism, ADHD, Epilepsy, but with both myself and my husband also being neurodivergent ............lets just say, I don't think our 'days of diagnosis' are over just yet! Over the past 22 years of being a parent I have laughed, loved, cried and felt so much pride to the point of bursting; I have suffered clinical depression, lost friends and family and fought for services until I thought I had nothing left to give. But as the song goes, "I'm still standing"! One thing I have learned along my journey, which is SO easily overlooked, is the importance of self care, because you 'can't pour from an empty cup'! You need to be at your best, so you can give your best to those who really need you. You are the glue that holds everything together, please don't fall apart

To connect with other parents and families with autistic children, gain tips, advice and extremely supportive friends (who genuinely 'get it') alongside advice, hear from guest speakers and make use of our wonderful resources and products that really do help, then come on over and join my parent support group. I'd love to see you over there and really get to know you and your wonderful family x

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28/02/2026

Do you dread the thought of bedtime hours before it happens?

If you feel you have tried everything to help your autistic child sleep, but nothing seems to make any difference then comment NEED SLEEP and I’ll send you my autism and sleep guide which contains 5 proven strategies to help your autistic child sleep better 👍🏻

If bedtime in your house feels like a battle ground… if you’re running on empty… if you’ve googled everything and still ...
27/02/2026

If bedtime in your house feels like a battle ground… if you’re running on empty… if you’ve googled everything and still nothing seems to help your autistic child sleep, I see you.

I know how exhausting it is when your child can’t fall asleep, wakes through the night, or just can’t settle no matter what you try and I also know how lonely it can feel.

That’s exactly why I created my Calm & Confident Sleep Transformation Programme - my 12-week personalised 1:1 support programme just for families of autistic children.

This isn’t a generic sleep plan pulled from a book. This is gentle, realistic, tailored support built around your child and your family.

Here’s what it looks like:

✅We start with a deep-dive assessment and a 90-minute Zoom where we really unpack what’s going on.
✅I create a step-by-step personalised plan that actually feels manageable.
✅We meet every two weeks to track progress, adjust the plan as needed and tackle any challenges.
✅And you have WhatsApp support from me Monday–Friday, because I know the hard moments don’t just happen on call days.

By the end of 12 weeks, my goal is simple:
Calmer bedtimes. Better sleep. A home that feels lighter.

Right now, I’m offering this full programme for £800 (usually £1500) as an introductory offer, with payment plan options available. Spaces are limited because I want to give each family the attention they deserve.

But honestly? The best next step isn’t jumping straight in.

If you’re even a little bit curious, book a free Sleep Discovery Call with me. No pressure. Just a friendly chat about what’s going on for your child and whether I can help.

You don’t have to figure this out on your own, and your child can sleep better you just need the right support.

If this feels like the nudge you’ve been waiting for, send me a message or book your free call (link in comments) I’d love to chat.

23/02/2026

School can be a massive source of anxiety that impacts on our children’s sleep...so having the necessary support in place is imperative for all aspects of our children’s wellbeing
BUT how will today’s news potentially impact that for your child?

21/02/2026

You don’t need another generic sleep routine.
You need someone who understands your child!

I’m not your average sleep consultant, I’m an Autism & Anxiety Sleep Specialist who looks at the whole child, across the full 24 hours not just what happens from 7pm.

You know how it is, the support you ‘should’ be able to access just isn’t there in reality.

You’ve had the referrals. You’ve endured the waiting lists. You’ve trialled the medication. You’ve filled in the endless sleep diaries.

You are exhausted and don’t want yet another chart to fill in, you want something that is actually going to make a difference.

I’m definitely not a professional in a suit who gaslights you into thinking you know nothing.
YOU are the expert in your child and we always work collaboratively, with me bringing the professional knowledge and personal experience and you bringing the insight only a parent can have.

Ready for real change, even if it looks a little different to the “norm”? 👇🏻

Book your FREE Sleep Support Call with me and let’s start doing this properly.

🔗 in comments

20/02/2026

Half Term in a neurodivergent household can be a whole mix of emotions and dysregulation.

Routine? Gone. School pressure? At this point, definitely creeping back in. Everyone needing a reset? Absolutely.

Even though we’re at the end of half term, the wobbles don’t magically disappear.

Dysregulation, decompression and overwhelm can spill over into the weeks that follow.

So if your beautifully bonkers household still feels a little off-balance, you can still grab Heidi’s Half Term Hot Topics Hamper.

I’ve teamed up with Heidi Mavir to be part of this FR. EE collection of bite-sized guides from 15 neurodivergent-led businesses, including sleep support from me.

It’s practical, no-pressure, dip-in-and-out help for real life.

Grab your Half Term Hamper via the link in the comments below 👇🏻

Half Term in a neurodivergent household can feel a bit like this…Smiling, balancing and wondering if you might fall off...
19/02/2026

Half Term in a neurodivergent household can feel a bit like this…

Smiling, balancing and wondering if you might fall off at any moment. Because half term usually means one (or all) of the following:

✅ The routine has gone completely out the window and everything feels wobbly.
✅ You’re quietly exhaling because the school pressure has lifted (even just a little).
✅You’re thinking, “Right… we all need a reset.”

And if you’re anything like me? It’s probably a bit of all three, as half term isn’t just “time off.” It can mean dysregulation, decompression, relief and overwhelm and all in the same morning sometimes.

So from our beautifully bonkers neurodivergent home to yours, I’m sending you a big squeeze 🥰

And because I know how much these weeks can wobble, I wanted to share something genuinely helpful.

I’ve teamed up with Heidi Mavir to be part of Heidi’s Half Term Hot Topics Hamper which is a FR.E-e collection of bite-sized guides from 15 neurodivergent-led businesses (including sleep support from me).

It’s practical, dip-in-and-out support with no pressure, no overwhelm just help when you need it as we’re all just doing our best, even when we’re balancing in hoops 🤪

Get your Half Term Hamper with the link in the comments 😘

16/02/2026

Sleeping away from the home with autistic children can be difficult… so here are my 3 top tips to make those days, and nights away go a bit smoother 👍🏻

14/02/2026

Sort it out!

Are you with me on this one guys?

12/02/2026

I know how exhausting it is when sleep feels like a constant battle.

The bedtime anxiety… the night wakings… the second-guessing yourself at 2am. 😩

So I’ve decided to open up something special.

I have 3 spaces for parents who would like to work with me 1:1 for a deep dive sleep support call, where we look at your child’s current sleep difficulties and their unique needs as an autistic individual.

Normally £197…
Right now it’s £65

You’ll walk away with a bespoke sleep strategy tailored specifically to your child, not generic advice, not “sleep training”, but guidance that actually respects their nervous system and sensory profile.

If you’d love one of the 3 spaces,
comment SLEEP below or drop me a message and I’ll send you the details.

Let’s make nights feel calmer and actually restful!

12/02/2026

Does the thought of bedtime fill you with dread hours before it comes around?

Your child’s sleep environment plays a bigger role than you may realise. Bright colours, busy walls, toys, screens, nois...
10/02/2026

Your child’s sleep environment plays a bigger role than you may realise.

Bright colours, busy walls, toys, screens, noise and harsh lighting can all keep an autistic child’s nervous system on high alert when their body needs to switch off.

A sleep-supportive bedroom is calm, quiet, clutter-free, screen-free where possible, comfortable for your child’s sensory needs, dark, and cool (around 16–18°C).

Small changes (over time) can help your child feel safer, calmer, and more ready for sleep.

👉🏻 For more gentle, autism-affirming support, download my fre-e guide “5 Proven Strategies to Help Your Autistic Child Get a Good Night’s Sleep.”

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