Free sleep advice and tips
This is where I share practical, down-to-earth posts about bedtime routines, night waking, sleep anxiety, co-sleeping and the bedtime battles many families with children aged 3–10 face. Everything in here is something I’ve either tried with my own kids or are quick wins I’ve had with families.
Cot to bed transition: When to move your toddler
Wondering when to move your toddler from a cot to a bed? Learn the best age to transition, how to prepare, and how to avoid bedtime struggles.
Night waking in 3-10 year olds: How to stop night wakes without tears or 3am negotiations
If your child is waking every night, you're not alone. Night waking in 3–10 year olds is incredibly common and often linked to sleep habits, bedtime timing, or needing reassurance. In this guide, I explain why it happens and the simple, realistic ways you can help your child sleep through the night again.
How to stop co-sleeping with a 3–10 year old (gently & confidently)
If co-sleeping used to work but now feels exhausting, you’re not alone. This gentle guide explains how to help your 3–10 year old move into their own bed with confidence.
Early morning waking in children: Causes and how to fix it
Struggling with a child waking at 5am? Early morning waking is one of the most common sleep challenges for parents of 3–10 year olds. In this article, we explore the biggest causes of early waking and the practical steps you can take to help your child sleep later.
Sensory play before bed: How to calm a hyper child at bedtime
Children jumping on the bed, wild before bedtime.
How to manage big emotions at bedtime: my tried and tested 4 steps
Child having a bedtime tantrum and showing big emotions
The secret weapon against bedtime battles: 10 minutes of special time
A family of 4 enjoying special play time together before bedtime
From chaos to calm: How to create a bedtime routine that works
A calm bedtime routine with mum reading a story to two children in bed