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Helping tired parents reclaim their nights & find joy in parenthood.
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Nurturing dreams, one sleep at a time 💕

Baby Sleep Consultant 💤 | Doula & Maternity Nurse 🤱 | Night Nanny Extraordinaire 🌟

Supporting & giving advice to parents with infants. Helping tired parents reclaim their nights & find joy in parenthood | Baby Sleep Consultant 💤 | Doula & Maternity Nurse 🤱 | Night Nanny Extraordinaire 🌟 | Nurturing dreams, one sleep at a time 💕

10/12/2025

My eldest just turned 19 and headed off to Canada three weeks ago. I always knew I’d miss him, but I honestly didn’t expect it to hit me this strongly.🥲

It’s a funny thing … I lead such a busy, hectic life, supporting families as a sleep consultant, doing some nannying, and raising my own children. Yet, every quiet moment, my thoughts drift straight to him ….wondering how he’s doing, what he’s up to. It’s such a strange feeling, I really do feel lost and sad, knowing I won’t see him for quite a while.

I now understand how hard it is for parents experiencing this. I never truly appreciated how my parents felt when I left home. Watching your child step into a new chapter, leaving home for university, work, or adventures around the world — is a mix of pride, love, and heartache all at once.

To all the parents navigating this new chapter in their lives: someone recently said to me, “When you’ve stopped feeling sad, make sure you take time to feel proud that you’ve raised a child who’s brave enough to go on an adventure around the world!” And when I do feel sad, I remember these kind words, and so should you .❤️

08/12/2025

Back to sleep is always the starting point, but once babies get older and start rolling, they usually settle into the position that feels most comfortable, and sometimes that’s on their tummies. Once they can roll both ways, there’s not much you can do to stop them (and honestly, they wouldn’t let you!). Around this stage, babies typically have much better head and neck control, which helps them move themselves into a comfy spot.

Safe-sleep guidelines recommend keeping the cot clear, and I know many parents worry when their little ones start wriggling around and bumping into the sides. When families tell me they’re concerned about their little ones bashing into the side of the cot, we talk about the guidelines together. I would never recommend the flat, pillow-style cot bumpers, but these more structured, sturdy ones tend to hold their shape rather than collapsing inwards, which some families feel more comfortable with.

Every family is different, and these little rollers definitely have minds of their own once they can move. Do what feels comfortable for you and your baby!

17/11/2025

A little reminder of who I am and what I do 💛
I trained at the renowned Norland College and have spent the last 30 years working with babies, children and families. I’m also a mum of three myself, so I understand both sides, the professional knowledge and the ups and downs of parenting.
Now, as a sleep consultant, I support families in helping their babies and children sleep better with calm, gentle, tailor-made guidance.
If you’re finding things tough right now, please know you don’t have to figure it out alone. I’m here whenever you need support. 💕

15/11/2025

Just a little buggy cuteness to brighten your day ☀️
If sleep has been a bit wobbly lately, I’m only a phone call away.
My 1:1 consultations are supportive, friendly, and completely tailor made to your little one, with simple steps you can start right away.
So if you’re feeling lost or stuck and need some help, send me a message and I’ll happily share my packages with you. 💛

29/10/2025

From sleepless nights to peaceful sleep 😴✨

This wonderful Harrogate family took the leap and trusted the process — and now they’re sleeping through the night! 💕

Here’s what they had to say:

“We now sleep through the night — something we could not have done without Caroline’s support. She was so patient (particularly with me) throughout, and her support was so greatly appreciated on the first night and for the continuing support on WhatsApp. I would recommend her to anyone who is nervous about sleep training but desperate to sleep!”

Sleep training doesn’t have to feel overwhelming. With the right support, it can be calm, gentle, and completely life-changing. 💫

Ready to reclaim your nights?
📍Based in Harrogate | 💌 Message me today — I’d love to help.

19/10/2025

✨ The Clocks Go Back next Weekend! ✨

When the clocks go ⏰ back one hour, your little one’s body clock might still think it’s bedtime an hour earlier — hello 5am wake-ups 😅

💤 To help them adjust:
1️⃣ Shift bedtime later by 10–15 mins each night.
2️⃣ Keep mornings dark and calm.
3️⃣ Stick to your usual bedtime routine.

A few small tweaks now will make the change feel easy and calm 💛

17/10/2025

A perfect Friday, spent outdoors with this little one 🍂
No sunshine today, but we still had the best time exploring leaves, watching birds, and just taking in all the autumn things.
As a sleep consultant, I’ll always say — fresh air and nature do wonders for little bodies (and sleep!).
Grateful for these quiet moments and a cozy weekend ahead 🧡

08/10/2025

The last few weeks have been full of variety ….newborn night support, settling-in days with a new family, and gentle sleep training for some lovely little ones. 💕

Each family I work with has different needs, and it’s always a privilege to help create calmer, more restful nights (for babies and parents!).

I’m coming to the end of a wonderful night nanny booking and looking forward to starting a new chapter with a wonderful family — and their little one is such a cutie! 💛

My diary is already filling up for the next few months, so if you’d like to chat about support or get something booked in, please get in touch soon — I’d love to help where I can. 🌙🌙

10/09/2025

Sixteen months ago I met this beautiful little girl when she was just a few days old. 💕 Since then, I’ve had the joy of watching her grow, learn, and discover the world — and she’s taken a big piece of my heart along the way.

Being a nanny means you pour love and care into each little one, knowing that one day your time together will come to an end. That day has come for us, and while it’s a sad goodbye, I feel so grateful to have been part of her early years. ❤️

Nearly 30 years ago, I began my journey as a Norland nanny in London. Over the years, I’ve worn many hats — nanny, sleep consultant, night nanny, doula, and even mummy — supporting families through some of the most precious (and often challenging!) stages of life. Each role has taught me so much, but the greatest gift has always been the bonds, the memories, and the privilege of being trusted with such a precious time in a child’s life.

I’ll miss her dearly, but I know she’ll continue to thrive surrounded by so much love. 🌸 Some chapters end, but the memories last forever. ❤️

05/09/2025

A little behind-the-scenes share from me today… it’s been a big week in our house! My youngest has just started secondary school, his brother’s gone into sixth form, and my eldest will be heading off to Canada in a few months. All the emotions — proud, teary, excited (sometimes all at once 🙈). Just like so many of the families I work with, life is full of milestones and changes, and sometimes it feels like it all happens at once! So if you’re feeling emotional about your little one growing up, trust me — you’re not alone. 💙

04/09/2025

✨ Twin Sleep Success Story ✨

At just 6 months old, these lovely twins were struggling with short naps and frequent night wakings. Their parents were exhausted and unsure how to get everyone the rest they needed.

With a gentle, structured plan and consistent support, we worked together to establish healthy sleep habits. Before long, both babies were sleeping longer stretches at night and taking restorative naps during the day.

💤 Two happy, well-rested babies.
💤 Two parents finally catching up on sleep.
💤 One very proud sleep consultant.

Here’s what their parents had to say:

💬 “We couldn’t recommend Caroline enough, she helped us with our 6 month old twins getting them to sleep through. Before we contacted Caroline they were waking up crying every 1-1.5 hours, we would spend the majority of our nights rocking both babies to sleep - we were literally on our wits ends living off three hours broken sleep a night. Caroline spent the evening at our house where she gave us so much advice and helpful tips, we stuck to the routine she gave us with a T and by night 3 our twins were sleeping through! Our twins have learnt to self soothe for naps and throughout the night. It has changed our lives and we are very grateful. Thank you so much Caroline”

Helping families find peace and rest is why I do what I do. 💙

— Caroline, Your Local Sleep Consultant 🌙

20/08/2025

✨ I’ve been a little quiet on social media this summer, but it’s been anything but quiet in real life! After a lovely holiday, I’ve dived straight back into supporting families, including Night Nannying for a beautiful newborn who is now just two weeks old. 💕

It’s such a privilege to be invited into those first precious weeks, giving families not only the gift of rest but also gentle guidance and reassurance as they settle into life with their new little one. 🌙👶

I never take for granted how special it is to walk alongside parents at this stage, and it really is the heart of what I love about being a sleep consultant. 💫

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Harrogate
HG33DU

Telephone

+447810865518

Website

http://www.carolinethesleepconsultant.co.uk/

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