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As the days get darker and colder, small changes can make a big difference to your baby’s sleep. From getting outside in daylight to keeping bedtime calm and consistent, these gentle tips will help everyone rest easier this winter.
When the clocks go back this autumn, many parents find their baby or toddler suddenly waking an hour earlier. This blog shares gentle, practical ways to help your little one adjust smoothly to the clock change — from small tweaks to bedtime routines to using daylight and a calm sleep space to reset their body clock.
With October here and Halloween just around the corner, many little ones are surrounded by pumpkins, costumes and spooky stories, which can sometimes lead to extra bedtime worries.
It is also a time when words like nightmares and night terrors are often mentioned, and while they might sound similar, they are quite different both in what they look like and how parents should respond when they happen.
One aspect of the Little Dreams programme that immediately appealed to me was their approach to working with newborns. While we offer a comprehensive antenatal package, we don’t engage in sleep coaching for the first four months. Instead, we focus on providing invaluable advice to help new parents navigate the early stages of parenting and sleep. It isn’t about strict routines at this stage but about building gentle habits that benefit both parents and baby.
Travelling with a newborn is such an individual decision. For some families, travelling in the early weeks feels right and manageable, while for others, staying close to home and settling into life with their new baby is their preference. In this blog post, I discuss my top tips for travelling with a newborn!
Planning a long car journey with little ones can feel like a military operation. As a parent of three (two boys and then my daughter), I know first-hand how quickly a peaceful road trip can descend into “are we nearly there yet?” But with a bit of preparation and some simple strategies, long drives can be much smoother and even enjoyable.
As a parent (and as a sleep consultant), I know that travel can feel exciting, but also a little daunting when you’re wondering:how on earth will my little one sleep? Whether you’re off for a family holiday, visiting grandparents, or taking a long-haul adventure, a change in routine doesn’t have to mean a complete disruption to sleep.
Whether or not to use a dummy with your baby is such a personal decision, and there’s no right or wrong answer. I always say to families—go with what feels right for you. Some babies take great comfort in sucking and settle beautifully with a dummy, while others just aren’t interested (and that’s completely OK!)
As we head into the summer term, many families will be returning to baby and toddler classes — music sessions being a favourite of mine. They’re fun, lively, and full of developmental benefits, such as supporting language, listening skills, and social interaction. But sometimes, all that excitement can have an unexpected knock-on effect when it comes to sleep.
In this ever-growing world of social media and outside influences, it can feel increasingly muddled for parents asking themselves, “What do I do?” or “I just want to get it right.”
This blog is about navigating that noise and finding your own way through the parenting journey.
