Sleep training for baby, mum and dad

As a sleep consultant for children ages 0 to 12, I’ve seen first-hand how different every child - and every family - really is. Some kids sleep beautifully from birth. Others struggle for years.

And here’s what I always tell parents: if your current sleep setup is working for you, there’s no need to change it.

If your family shares one big bed and everyone wakes up rested and happy, that’s wonderful. But if someone’s sneaking out at 2am to sleep on the couch, or a parent feels exhausted, irritable, or unfocused, then it may be time to reconsider.

Sleep training isn’t just for the baby - it’s for the parents. When moms and dads get better sleep, they show up more patiently, more joyfully, and more effectively for their children. And kids who sleep well tend to be more focused, regulated, and happy, too.

Parents often worry about crying. But babies cry for many reasons - when they’re tired, frustrated, or overstimulated. If your toddler grabbed something unsafe, like ceramic figurines, and cried when you took it away, you’d still do it - because it’s for their safety.

Sleep training, done respectfully and with presence, is the same. We offer comfort, stay close, and help them learn a new skill - with trust, not fear.

Ultimately, the goal isn’t perfection. It’s peace. If your family is sleeping well and feeling good, your sleep solution is working. But if it’s not, you don’t have to struggle alone. Gentle, supportive guidance is available - and it can change everything.