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Managing Sleep and Travel with Little Ones: A Parent's Guide to Peaceful Trips
Your school-aged child wakes at 3am every night. Here's why it happens at the same time and what actually helps their nervous system feel safe enough to sleep.
Why Your School-Aged Child Wakes at the Same Time Every Night: A Sleep Cycles Explanation
Your school-aged child wakes at 3am every night. Here's why it happens at the same time and what actually helps their nervous system feel safe enough to sleep.
Developmental Leaps and Sleep: Why Milestones Disrupt Nights
Developmental leaps can disrupt sleep fast. Learn why milestones trigger night wakings and nap battles, plus gentle, practical fixes that actually help.
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Consistency and Routine for Child Sleep: Why Predictable Evenings Help Babies and Young Children Sleep Better
Consistency and Routine for Child Sleep | Sleep Consultant Bristol Bath Somerset
kath327
Apr 137 min read
How Parental Anxiety Affects Children’s Sleep (and What to Do About It)
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:
kath327
Feb 175 min read
7-Day Sleep Challenge for Exhausted Parents: A Nervous System-Friendly Reset (No Perfection Required)
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
kath327
Feb 94 min read
How to Get My Baby to Sleep (Without Cry-It-Out): A Gentle, Evidence-Based Plan for Better Nights
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
kath327
Jan 275 min read
Sleep Myth-Busting: The Sleep Myths Keeping You Exhausted.
Gentle, science-based sleep training for 5-month-olds—discover expert tips, personalized plans, and holistic support. Learn why sleep changes at this age, explore gentle methods, and find out how Sleep Nanny® can help your family achieve restful nights. Book a free assessment
kath327
Jan 266 min read
Sleep Training a 5-Year-Old (Without Crying It Out): 7 Myths I Hear All the Time (Bristol, Bath & Somerset)
Gentle, science-based sleep training for 5-month-olds—discover expert tips, personalized plans, and holistic support. Learn why sleep changes at this age, explore gentle methods, and find out how Sleep Nanny® can help your family achieve restful nights. Book a free assessment
kath327
Jan 225 min read
Sleep Training for Older Children (Ages 4–10): Why It’s Never Too Late for Better Sleep
Sleep training for older children—discover gentle, evidence-based strategies for ages 4–10 to overcome bedtime battles, night wakings, and anxiety. Learn expert tips from Sleep Nanny® for better sleep, improved behaviour, and happier family routines. Book your free sleep assessment today.
kath327
Dec 10, 20254 min read
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