Toddler Sleep Guide

This guide to toddler sleep is evidence based and supports responsive (“gentle”) parenting.

In a world where an internet search can give you a confusing array of conflicting information about toddler sleep, you deserve something which is accurate, safe, and written by a professional.

This guide takes you through:
- What normal sleep development REALLY looks like by age and stage
- Wake windows by age, and how these can support your toddler’s sleep
- How often and how long most toddlers nap according to their age
- Sleep hygiene
- Bedtime routines
- Three clearly laid out techniques to try for supporting independent sleep, gently and   responsively
- How to help your toddler nap longer
- Holding space for your little one’s big feelings

Why you can trust this guide:
I’m an IBCLC - everything I do is protective of responsive feeding (yes, even for toddlers!)
I’m a trained Holistic Sleep Coach by Lyndsey Hookway and Babyem. The course I took requires degree level coursework, including using up to date scientific research in infant development. This guide is evidence based.

I have worked with children and babies for 20 years, including in nurseries and Surestart Children’s Centres.My other qualifications include level 3 and 4 certifications in child development, early years education, nutrition, child psychology, and counselling.

I’m a mum! And my youngest baby was challenging when it came to sleep. He’s the reason I trained to be a sleep coach in the first place.

What this guide will NOT do:
-Tell you to leave your child alone to cry
- Force a routine on you and your toddler
- Discourage responsive feeding and parenting
- Promise that your toddler will start sleeping through the night