About The Baby Sleep Doula

Welcome to my site. I’m Louise, a mum of two who is immensely passionate (if not somewhat obsessed) about helping parents and babies get better quality sleep and not only survive but thrive in the first few years of parenthood. I'm a bit of a geek when it comes to sleep, not only do I need loads of it but I'm fascinated by it and the science behind it.

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After suffering from postnatal depression and anxiety 8 years ago (mainly brought on by severe sleep deprivation) following the birth of my first child, I know only too well what it feels like to be in the depths of despair with a young baby. I've since discovered that my daughter is highly sensitive and 1 of only 15-20% of children in the world who has high sensitivity. At nearly 9 years old her sleep is still very much a problem today as she continues to need lots of support.  As a result of my experiences I've spent the last 8 years training, researching and learning all about holistic, practical and evidence-based sleep support. Ultimately this is enabling me to advise, offer a variety of coaching techniques and training methods and help to support and manage a highly sensitive child.

 

I am fully certified as a Baby Sleep Consultant through BSTN but more importantly, I have just completed an official OCN level 4 (degree level) qualification to be recognised and accredited as a Gentle Sleep Practitioner and have helped hundreds of families so far to better sleep. Furthermore, I am also excited to have started a Baby-Led SleepTM & Well-Being Specialist certification course, the only course of it's kind on the planet. I truly believe you can never be over qualified when it's comes to infant sleep and childhood development.

 

I am constantly learning and updating my techniques and guidelines and have recently undertaken some study in Reflux and Birth Trauma. An ambition of mine in the future is to further my learning and become a fully fledged Doula, helping many new mothers in the community. For now though, I’m thoroughly enjoying helping lots of families to better sleep.