12/06/2026
Higher standards? Absolutely. Families deserve safe, evidence-based sleep support
The recent media attention surrounding sleep consultants has sparked important conversations about standards, training and accountability within our profession.
As someone who has supported families for nearly two decades, I welcome any changes that help ensure parents receive safe, ethical and evidence-based support.
Families deserve confidence that the advice they receive is grounded in research, follows safe sleep guidance and stays firmly within professional boundaries.
My own work is informed by current NICE guidance, The Lullaby Trust's safe sleep recommendations, ongoing professional development, and years of experience supporting families through both private consultations and Family Hub services. I am also committed to training future sleep professionals to work ethically, responsibly and within their scope of practice.
The reality is that many families are struggling. Health visitors, midwives and NHS services do an incredible job, but they are often under immense pressure and cannot always provide the level of ongoing, individualised sleep support that some families need. This is where experienced sleep professionals can play an important role, not replacing healthcare professionals, but working alongside them to provide practical, evidence-based support tailored to each family's circumstances.
I believe the future of sleep support should be built on transparency, regulation, evidence and collaboration. Most importantly, it should continue to put babies, children and families at the heart of everything we do.
