What is sleep coaching?

Sleep coaching is a supportive, evidence‑based process that helps families understand their child’s sleep needs and develop healthy, sustainable sleep habits. It includes assessing routines, sleep patterns, environment, and any underlying factors, then creating a personalised plan with manageable strategies and ongoing guidance.

How does Bloom & Slumber support families?

I combine accredited Sleep Practitioner training through The Sleep Charity at Sheffield Children’s Hospital with my experience in paediatrics and community paediatrics. This allows me to offer professional, compassionate support tailored to each child’s developmental stage, sensory needs, and family circumstances. Every plan is personalised, realistic, and designed to fit everyday life.

Do you follow safer sleep guidance?

Yes. All advice is aligned with safer sleep recommendations from The Lullaby Trust, ensuring that guidance is grounded in nationally recognised best practice. This includes supporting families to understand safe sleep environments, positioning, and risk‑reducing measures. While I do not give personalised medical instructions, I help families integrate safer sleep principles into their routines in a way that feels achievable and reassuring.

What makes your approach different?

My approach is gentle, responsive, and rooted in clinical understanding. I don’t use “one‑size‑fits‑all” methods. Instead, I create individualised sleep plans, sensory‑aware routines, and manageable strategies, alongside coaching that helps families feel confident, informed, and supported throughout the process.

Is sleep coaching suitable for children with additional needs?

Absolutely. I regularly support children with ADHD, ASD, sensory processing differences, and other additional needs. My paediatric background and specialist training allow me to adapt strategies to suit each child’s unique profile, communication style, and sensory preferences.

Will I be left to manage everything on my own?

No. Sleep coaching includes ongoing support and tailored coaching. I guide you step‑by‑step, help you adjust strategies as needed, and ensure you feel supported throughout the process. You’re never navigating sleep challenges alone.

How long does it take to see improvements?

Every child is different, but many families begin to see positive changes within the first couple of weeks. My role is to help you build progress at a pace that feels manageable and sustainable for your child and your family.

Do you offer support for older children and teens?

Yes. Sleep challenges can occur at any age. I support infants, toddlers, preschoolers, school‑aged children, and teenagers — adapting strategies to suit their developmental stage, lifestyle, and emotional needs.

Can you help if we’ve tried everything already?

Yes. Many families come to me feeling overwhelmed or unsure where to turn next. My role is to bring clarity, structure, and professional insight, helping you understand what’s happening and how to move forward with confidence.