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Hi! I’m Harriet, mum to 3 gloriously chaotic boys and certified infant sleep consultant.

09/04/2025

It’s the Easter holidays so I’m going to be with my own children rather than on social media for the next couple of weeks… BUT I am offering a £75 discount for anyone who signs up for my early years 1:1 sleep coaching before Easter weekend - if you need a sign, this is it!

Book a call through my website or drop me a DM ❤️

07/04/2025

You’d be amazed how fast the goal-posts move for my clients sometimes.

A recent client hadn’t had more than 2 hours of sleep in a row for the last YEAR. They came to me and said they give anything for 5 hours sleep in one stretch.

6 days into working with me, their baby had slept for 10+ hours straight for 4 of those 6 nights.

BUT he kept waking up at 6am. And they were already feeling impatient that he wasn’t sleeping longer.

Children can start sleeping much better within a couple of days, but it often takes a few weeks to really bed in the changes and settle into a new routine. And often a later wake up is the last thing to appear.

It will come, sometimes you just need a little patience!

04/04/2025

Navigating Nap Transitions

If you've recently entered the world of nap transitions with your little one, you're not alone! As your baby grows, their sleep needs change, and nap transitions become part of the journey. Here's how to handle them:

1. Recognise the Signs: Watch for signs that your baby is ready for a nap transition. They might resist their usual nap time, have longer wake windows, or show a consistent change in sleep patterns.

2. Gradual Adjustments: Transitioning from three naps to two, or two naps to one, can be gradual and takes anything from 2 to 6 or 8 weeks to really settle down. Adjust nap times by 15-30 minutes each day until you reach the desired schedule.

3. Keep a Consistent Routine: Maintain a consistent daily routine where possible, though during a transition there will be days of the old nap schedule, and days of the new nap schedule. It's totally normal!

4. Stay Patient: Nap transitions can be challenging, and there may be some fussiness along the way. Be patient with your baby and yourself.

5. Monitor Bedtime: If you need to, bring bedtime forward on nights where naps have been shorter than ideal. Overtiredness is one of the biggest drivers of broken night sleep and early wakings.

Remember, every baby is unique, and nap transitions can happen at different ages but usually its around 8/9 months for the transition from 3 to 2 naps, and around 14/15 months for the transition to one nap.

Have you been throught a nap transition yet? What happened?

31/03/2025

It's not you. Some babies just don't sleep.

Others take to it straight away.

They all have a different temperament, as I'm sure that anyone with more than one child can testify.

Whatever your baby is like, you can help them sleep better. Some might just need you to work at it with them a bit harder than others.

26/03/2025

Most little ones will be on one nap from around 14 or 15 months. I have seen babies as young as 11 or 12 months old transition, but this is rare. And I have also seen toddlers as old as 21 months on 2 naps, which is also rare. But these scenarios do happen, so my advice is always to be 100% led by your baby on their sleep needs.

When they are on 1 nap, I recommend this nap to be post lunch and it would ideally last anything between 1.5-2.5 hours, depending on their sleep needs. The wake window into bedtime would be around 4 hours.

This nap will start to reduce in length as their daytime sleep needs reduce, which is typically from around 2.5 years old, though can be earlier or later and that's where I see the biggest divergence on different children having different sleep needs. As their daytime sleep needs reduce, their nap will start to shorten and their wake window into bedtime will begin stretching to as much as 5 or 5.5 hours.

22/03/2025

How much do you really know about how sleep coaching works for you and your child? It's not all about crying-it-out for a start 💕

I'm an OCN certified children's sleep consultant and mum to 3 boys under 5 (although not for much longer!).

I help families like yours find the balance they need to make sleep issues a thing of the past. I'm gentle, gradual and everything I do is based on sleep science.

If you think that now might be your time to take control of your family's sleep, get in touch. A good night's sleep is around the corner.

Harriet x

19/03/2025

5am is the new 8am… Welcome to parenting

Why do babies like getting up so early?! You'd have thought that they might have evolved not to given how difficult it is to enjoy anything on a 5am start.

My heart goes out to everyone faced with a wide awake, happy baby in the small hours this morning. Everyone else, cut them some slack.

It's caused by their metabolism and circadian rhythm being out of sync, so their little internal clocks are telling them it's the morning even when it quite clearly isn't.

The good news is that you can help them get back onto a normal schedule in a week or so if you know what what you're doing. Or you could always enlist the help of a professional sleep coach...

17/03/2025

Newborn Sleep Fact: Active vs. Quiet Sleep

Ever wondered what's happening when your newborn snoozes? They experience two main types of sleep: Active and Quiet.

🌟 Active Sleep: This is when your baby's eyes may flutter, and they make gentle, random movements. Their breathing can be irregular, and you might notice some adorable little smiles. Active sleep is like their brain's playground, where they're processing all the new information from the day.

🌙 Quiet Sleep: This is the serene state where your baby appears calm and still and what you imagine sleep to look like. Breathing is steady, and their body is relaxed. It's during this phase that your baby is truly recharging and growing.

Babies switch between these two states frequently and spend around 50% of their time in each. It's only when they get to around 4 months that they start to sleep in cycles of 40-45mins.

Understanding these two sleep states can help you understand your baby's needs and sleep patterns better. For example, many parents rush to their baby when there are some grumbling noises, when in fact they are just in their active sleep state.

Have you seen this in your baby?

05/03/2025

Navigating Separation Anxiety & Sleep Training: A Parent's Guide

A common hurdle many of us face during our parenting journey is Separation Anxiety.

As our little ones grow, they often experience bouts of separation anxiety, making sleep training a bit challenging. But fear not! Here are some tips to help you and your baby through this phase:

1. Gradual Transition: If separation anxiety is making it tough to leave your baby alone to sleep, try a gradual approach. Stay with them until they drift off, then slowly decrease the time you stay with them before leaving.

2. Consistency is Key: Stick to a consistent bedtime routine. Predictable routines help your baby feel safe and secure.

3. Positive Associations: Make their sleep space a positive and comforting environment.

4. Stay Calm: Babies pick up on your emotions. Stay calm and reassuring, even if they cry when you leave the room.

5. Give Praise: Celebrate your baby's milestones. Praise them for staying in their crib or falling asleep on their own.

Remember, separation anxiety is a normal part of development, and it will eventually pass. Patience, consistency, and a whole lot of love will help both you and your baby through this phase.

Have you faced separation anxiety during sleep training? Share your tips and experiences in the comments to support other parents going through the same journey. You've got this! 💪❤️

03/03/2025

Breastfeeding and Sleep Coaching: Yes, You Can Do Both!

Parenting often comes with sleepless nights, and it's natural to wonder how to balance breastfeeding and sleep training. I hear it all the time - "I don't want to work on their sleep because I don't want to stop breastfeeding my baby when they need it". The good news? You can achieve better sleep AND continue to breastfeed! Here's how:

Prioritise Daytime Feeding: Ensure your baby gets the necessary feeds during the day to try and meet their nutritional needs.

Split Feeds at bedtime: Consider feeding your baby before AND after their bedtime routine starts. It can be a great way to help them take as much milk as possible before their long night sleep. This is a game-changer for many of the families I've helped.

Night Time Feedings: If your baby wakes up during the night, it's okay to feed them as needed. Just try and find that balance between knowing when they need feeding for hunger/nutritional requirements, and are just feeding for comfort to get back to sleep. Btw - feeding only to go back to sleep is absolutely OK, until it no longer works for you.

Breastfeeding and improving sleep can co-exist in a way that suits your family's needs. Trust your instincts, and don't hesitate to reach out for guidance if you're facing challenges.

You've got this, and better sleep is within reach!

24/02/2025

Engaging a sleep consultant to help with your child's sleep is a deeply personal choice that you won't make lightly.

Hearing about other families' experiences before you commit is really important.

So if you're on the fence, see what you think: 👇

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Hi, I'm Harriet, a certified sleep consultant, mum of 3 and a Cambridge science graduate with a recent neurobiology of sleep and sleep medicine specialism.

I believe that sleep is the single most important thing we can work on to improve our physical, mental and emotional well-being.

I specialise in supporting families with babies and children under 6 to get their sleep on track so you can get on with your life.

If you're interested in my 1:1 coaching, drop me a DM. Your sanity will thank you.

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Teignmouth

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Monday	9am - 6pm
Tuesday	9am - 6pm
Wednesday	9am - 6pm
Thursday	9am - 6pm
Friday	9am - 6pm

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http://Hrnsleepconsulting.com/

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