Signs Your Child Is Overtired: Free Cheat Sheet
Have bedtime battles become the norm? Is your child waking frequently during the night, taking short naps, or seeming “wired” just when you expected them to be ready for sleep? Overtiredness is one of the most common—and most misunderstood—reasons children struggle with sleep. That’s why I’ve created this free, printable “Is My Child Overtired?” Cheat…
How to Adjust Your Baby’s Sleep When the Clocks Go Forward
Every spring, parents face the same question: What happens to my baby’s sleep when the clocks move forward? When daylight saving time begins, we lose an hour overnight. That means a child who normally wakes at 6:30am may suddenly appear to wake at 7:30am by the new clock, while bedtime may feel an hour earlier…
Sleep Regressions: What They Are, When They Happen, and What to Do
Is your baby suddenly waking more at night? Learn what sleep regressions are, when they happen, and how to handle them calmly and effectively. Just when you think sleep is improving… everything falls apart. Your baby starts waking every hour. Naps shorten. Bedtime becomes a battle. You assume you’ve done something wrong. You haven’t. What…
Perfect Baby Sleep Environment: Room Setup That Helps Babies Sleep
Learn how to create the ideal baby sleep environment using light, sound, temperature, and routines to reduce night wakings and improve naps. You can’t control every night waking — but you can control the environment your baby sleeps in. And that environment plays a much bigger role in sleep quality than most parents realize. A…
Common baby nap mistakes and how to fix short naps
Common baby nap mistakes and how to fix short naps
Older Toddler Sleep Problems (Ages 2–4): Why Bedtime Is Hard and What Actually Helps
Older toddlers are clever, emotional, imaginative, and very opinionated. Sleep issues at this stage often feel personal — but they’re not. They’re developmental. What’s Really Behind Older Toddler Sleep Problems Between ages 2 and 4, children experience: Your toddler isn’t trying to manipulate you — they’re learning how the world works. Common Sleep Challenges at…
Toddler Sleep Isn’t Broken — It’s Changing
Many parents feel blindsided when sleep falls apart after the first birthday. Your child slept well as a baby… so why is bedtime suddenly a battle? Welcome to toddler sleep — where independence, emotions, and sleep collide. Why Sleep Changes After 12 Months At this age, toddlers: Sleep challenges at this stage are rarely about…
Understanding Baby Sleep: What’s Normal, What’s Not, and How to Build Better Sleep
Sleep is one of the most confusing parts of early parenthood. One day your baby sleeps well, the next they’re up every hour — and suddenly you’re wondering if something is “wrong.”The truth is: most baby sleep struggles are normal, but that doesn’t mean you can’t improve them. What Baby Sleep Actually Looks Like Babies…
Why your baby wakes up every 2 hours – what’s normal for baby sleep?
You finally get your baby down for the night and they’re sleeping soundly… and two hours later, those little cries start again. You’re not alone — night waking is one of the most common reasons parents reach out for help. But before you assume something’s wrong, let’s unpack what’s actually normal for their age and…
Top Sleep Tips for Toddlers
As parents, we understand that a well-rested toddler is a happy toddler. Yet, getting our little ones to sleep soundly can sometimes feel like an uphill battle. From bedtime battles to night-time wake-ups, the challenges are real. But fear not! With some patience, consistency, and a few expert tips, you can establish healthy sleep habits…
The Importance of Infant Sleep and Understanding Wake Windows
As parents, one of the most crucial aspects of caring for our little ones is ensuring they get enough restful sleep. Infant sleep patterns can be a mystery, leading to sleepless nights and frazzled nerves. In this blog, we’ll explore the significance of infant sleep and shed light on an essential concept called “wake windows,”…
Chaos and confusion, the clocks are changing!
Even small seasonal shifts like when sun rises and sets can mess with a child’s sleep schedule. So when the clocks shift backwards by an hour, it can wreak havoc on even the best of tiny sleepers. Adjusting a child’s biological clock is a process. With my gentle 9-day plan, or 3-day fast-track plan, you…
Face Value
I’ve thought about writing this blog for a long time. It isn’t easy. It’s an honest reflection after the countless times that parents have asked me what they can expect with sleep training. I have four values which underpin the support I provide to parents. This drives everything I do when helping you move towards…
Young kids and camping: a recipe for sleep deprivation?
No, absolutely not! The key to success is to plan, plan, plan. Before my husband and I had our little one, we thought one of her first trips would be to the great outdoors. What can be better than a snuggle in a cosy tent and waking up to chirping birds and fresh air? Fast…
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About Me
Hi, I’m Anna. A child sleep coach, tea drinker and early-to-bed advocate! I spend most of my free time with my family hiking in our local forest. This blog is for parents who share my love of great sleep and need some back-pocket sleep tips for those sleepless nights!