If you’ve ever found yourself thinking “I’m so anxious about bedtime that I can’t even enjoy the evening”   you’re not alone. As a baby and child sleep consultant in Bristol , supporting families across Bath, Somerset and Gloucestershire  (and worldwide virtually ), I see this pattern all the time: a child’s sleep becomes tricky, a parent’s nervous system goes into overdrive, and suddenly bedtime feels like a daily test you’re bracing for. The important thing to know is this:

If Valentine’s Day feels like another thing to do  when you’re already running on empty, you’re not alone. When you’re parenting through broken nights, “self-care” can start to sound like a luxury you don’t have time for. This is why I love a 7-day sleep challenge  approach for parents: it’s short, realistic, and focused on small shifts that calm your nervous system so nights feel less relentless. This blog is written from the perspective of a sleep consultant who supports fa

If you’re here because you’ve been Googling “how to get my baby to sleep” at 2am, you’re not alone. When you’re running on broken sleep, everything feels louder: the monitor crackles, the clock ticks, your mind spirals. The good news? There are practical, gentle, evidence-based steps you can take to help your baby sleep more calmly and more consistently, without leaving them to cry it out. I’m Kath Garwood, a Certified Sleep Nanny® Partner and sleep consultant. I’ve supported