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Medical Doctor, Certified Sleep Consultant and been-there mum of 2

Helping exhausted parents transform their little ones sleep

31/10/2025

⭐ SAVE this for the next overtired day -you’ll thank me.

If your little one only sleeps on you, naps are all over the place, and you’re endlessly trying to “fix” things at 2 AM… you’re not doing anything wrong. You just need a plan that fits your baby -not a generic schedule from the internet.

✨ I create custom sleep plans for families who want gentler settling, longer stretches, and a routine that actually works in real life (yes, even with contact nappers and sensitive babies).

And if you’re pregnant or in the newborn fog, my brand-new Newborn Sleep Guide is now live and it’s packed with the stuff I wish every parent knew before the sleepless nights hit. Perfect for new and expectant parents who want calm, safe, realistic sleep foundations from day one.

If you want more support like this, drop a 💛 and I’ll send you the link.

30/10/2025

Most babies don’t need more settling techniques…
They need a more predictable environment.

As a sleep consultant + doctor, I never skip a 30-second reset before naps:

✅ sleep bag out
✅ white noise on
✅ curtains closed
✅ nothing extra, nothing fancy

It signals “sleep is coming” to their nervous system and it works for newborns, older babies, contact nappers, AND toddlers.

If settling feels chaotic lately, start here.
Tiny habit. Big difference.

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Save this for tomorrow’s nap 💤

29/10/2025

I’ve discussed separation anxiety and sleep with two parents this last week- so it feels like the perfect time to talk about it here. It’s such a common (and completely normal) developmental phase, but it can feel incredibly challenging when bedtime suddenly becomes emotional again.

Around 8–10 months, babies develop object permanence - the understanding that you still exist even when they can’t see you. This cognitive leap is essential for secure attachment, but emotionally, it’s complex. Babies begin to anticipate separation and seek reassurance that their caregiver will return.

From a developmental perspective, this stage reflects a maturing limbic system (responsible for emotional processing) and a still-developing prefrontal cortex, which means your baby can feel distress intensely but can’t yet regulate it independently. In other words - they need your calm presence to co-regulate.

Sleep, being a natural form of separation, often becomes the time when these emotions surface most strongly. Supporting your baby through this stage with consistency and connection helps strengthen neural pathways for trust, self-regulation, and secure attachment, all of which lay the foundation for healthy, independent sleep later on.

✨ Separation anxiety isn’t a setback - it’s a sign of neurological and emotional growth. ✨

If you’d like to talk more about this phase, or if your baby’s sleep has become more challenging lately, please reach out. I’m always happy to help or guide you through gentle strategies that fit your family.

💾 Save this post for future reference, and share it with another parent who might need some reassurance this week.

28/10/2025

Exhausted from those never-ending newborn nights? 😩
 Here’s a game-changing tip you can try TONIGHT to help your baby settle more peacefully:

✨ Watch for the calm and quiet window. Put your baby down when they’re relaxed, fed, and showing early sleepy cues -before the crying starts. This helps them drift off more easily and gently begin learning independent sleep from the very start.
This tiny tweak can reduce fussiness, shorten settling time, and make nights feel so much lighter.
Want more gentle, science-backed tips that actually work?
 My Newborn Sleep Guide is packed with practical routines, settling techniques, and everything you need to navigate those early weeks with confidence.

💙 Tap the link in my bio to get your copy for just £35 — and start building calmer, more restful nights from day one.

Comment or DM ‘Newborn’ to receive the link to the guide in your inbox now!
 

23/07/2025

Why is baby sleep so controversial?

Because it’s where science meets sleepless nights, and advice can feel overwhelming or conflicting. 🌀

In this post, I unpack why the world of baby sleep is full of differing opinions and how you can find your way through it all.

👩‍⚕️ I’m an OCN-certified sleep consultant, and I’ve completed SIDS and Safe Sleep training with lullabytrust — so all my guidance is rooted in safety, compassion, and evidence.

Got questions about your baby’s sleep? Drop them in the comments or send me a DM — I’m always happy to help 💛

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