I would love to tell you about myself and the journey that led me to becoming the Gentle Sleep Specialist. I have always worked with children since a young age, initially nannying in Perth and overseas for a number of years. I then graduated from University as a Registered Nurse, specialising in Paediatric Nursing, which I adored. I got to combine my two loves - children and helping others. In 2013 I got the amazing news that we were expecting our first born. I was elated.  Like many, my dreams had come true. I envisioned play dates, long sleepy cuddles, pram walks, coffee dates and days and nights spent gazing at my content little newborn. Sounds cliche but I genuinely imaged things to be like that. I had worked with little ones for thirteen years, I knew it would have it's ups and downs but how hard could it be, right?

I knew it would have it's ups and down but how hard could it be, right?

After three months of severe sleep deprivation I began to explore options to get sleep sorted and began using different techniques. The difference that sleep made was incredible, both in her and our little family. Getting sleep sorted was a total game changer.  She woke happy, she fed better, her weight increased, her tummy settled, her reflux was minimal. Our family was thriving, not simply surviving.

The difference that sleep made was incredible, both in her and our little family.

When Scarlett was 6 months old I trained to become a sleep consultant. I believe everything in my life has led me to do what I do.  I see this every day by the success and relationships I have with my clients. I have now worked with thousands of clients around the world though both private consulting and our online programs. I have become a trusted referral source for Pediatricians, Midwives, Child Health Nurses, Pharmacists, Psychologists, Teachers and many more and an expert contributor for a number of parenting sites, blogs and media outlets.

I want you to experience all of the things you imagined, give your little one the best start to life and have this time only strengthen your family's relationship.

Tara xx