Paediatric nurse, sleep consultant and a mum who has been there

Hello, I am Laura

A paediatric nurse and mum who has been there

I have been a registered paediatric nurse for more than 20 years, with experience in hospital and community settings as a health visitor. But it was my youngest son’s severe reflux, allergies and inability to sleep unless held upright that made sleep deprivation deeply personal.

For months my husband and I took shifts. I felt isolated, exhausted and embarrassed that all my clinical knowledge could not solve what was happening at home.

Getting help changed our family

Near my son’s first birthday, we worked with a sleep consultant. Within weeks he was sleeping for longer periods and napping independently. That experience showed me how my nursing and health-visiting background could come together with specialist sleep support.

I understand what a leap of faith it can feel like to ask for help when you are already running on empty. My role is to listen carefully, work without judgement and create a plan that is safe, personal and realistic for your family.