Because of all this, an interest in baby and children's sleep developed. I noticed how behaviour deteriorated when the children were tired. I noticed how parents interacted differently with their children (and each other!) when they had not had enough sleep. So, I studied further and I am now also a certified Baby and Child Sleep Consultant.

I wish I had known all that I know now all those years ago. How much easier it would have been for my sister, for my Mum, Dad and brother, for my twins, for my husband and myself! All those lives affected by lack of sleep.

So now I look at the whole picture before giving advice. I take into account all members of the family, the family lifestyle, circumstances and the temperament of the individuals.

I have done hours and hours of Continuing Professional Development courses throughout my years in childcare, covering a vast range of topics from 'Encouraging Positive Behaviour' to 'Children and Young People’s Mental Health'. Through all of this I have accumulated a ton of knowledge and practical experience (and a good few tips and tricks!) that I want to pass along to make yours and your child’s experience as enjoyable and painless as possible.