The Sleep Nurturer - Transforming Sleep for Your Family
Is your 4-8 year old, who used to sleep well, now waking at night, rising too early, or needing you by their side?
Personalised, gentle and responsive sleep support from a qualified sleep consultant, former teacher and Deputy Head.
They used to sleep so well… what happened?
If your 4–8 year old is suddenly resisting bedtime or waking more, this gentle guide will help you understand why and how to get things back on track.
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You might be struggling with:
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Night wakings that leave everyone exhausted
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Early mornings that cut sleep short
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Needing to stay until they fall asleep
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Bedtime battles that feel endless
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Nighttime anxiety and restlessness
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Bedsharing returning when you didn’t plan for it​
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If this feels familiar, you’re not alone and things can get better. Many children this age go through sleep setbacks, even after previously sleeping well. You don’t need to “just get through it.” With the right support, sleep can feel calmer and more secure again for your child and more restful for you too.
My Approach
As a former teacher and Deputy Head, I’ve spent years supporting children and families. I understand how closely sleep, emotions and behaviour are connected.
If your child is struggling with sleep, it can affect the whole family - leaving everyone feeling exhausted, frustrated, and unsure what to try next.
Rather than offering quick fixes, I focus on understanding why your child is finding sleep difficult. Together, we identify the underlying causes and create a calm, practical plan that works for your child and your family life.
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What you can expect:
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Noticeable improvements within days or weeks
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A personalised sleep plan tailored to your child’s needs and routines
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Clear understanding of what’s affecting your child’s sleep
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Ongoing support so you feel confident every step of the way
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Who I help
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I support families with children aged 4-8 who are experiencing:
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Bedtime resistance
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Night waking
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Anxiety around sleep
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Early rising
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Difficulty falling asleep independently
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You don’t have to figure this out on your own.
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With the right support, your child can learn to sleep well - and your evenings can feel calmer again.
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About Me
Hi, I’m Hilary.
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As a former teacher and Deputy Head, I have years of experience supporting children and families. At The Sleep Nurturer, I understand how sleep, emotions, and behaviour are interrelated. My method focuses on identifying the root causes of your child's sleep difficulties. Together, we create a calm, practical plan that suits both your child and family life.
With The Sleep Nurturer, better sleep is achievable for your family.
What parents say:
'I cannot recommend The Sleep Nurturer highly enough. My son had been experiencing significant sleep challenges for around a year and Hilary’s programme and support transformed things for our family in a matter of weeks. I only wish I engaged sooner! From meticulous gathering of the wider context to his issues and an in depth online discussion, Hilary produced a truly bespoke programme that was manageable, achievable and had both the needs of the child and the wider family considered. Her utmost confidence that the programme would work in turn gave me confidence and the results have been nothing short of life changing for us! It is clear that Hilary genuinely cares and is keen to support right through to the desired outcomes. A true professional offering a phenomenal service!'
Jordana, mum to six year old
Supporting younger children
While I specialise in supporting school-age children, I also help babies and toddlers with tricky sleep transitions, night waking, and early mornings. My gentle, flexible approach works at any age - supporting your child and your family’s wellbeing.
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Qualified Sleep Consultant, here for you.
