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by Lyndsey Hookway (Author)
Many parents worry about their child's sleep, and parents of new babies are often exhausted - but there is hope.This realistic, reassuring, and refreshing guide to sleep looks at sleep for both parents and children, and aims to empower and encourage parents to feel calm, confident and compassionate in their parenting. It strikes a balance between prioritising infant and child mental health and attachment, and being compassionate about the reality of raising a family in today's society, with social support and understanding often in short supply.With practical and easily implementable ideas, and clear explanation of the many myths surrounding infant and baby sleep, this gentle and holistic guide is sure to allay many parents' fears and help everyone in the family get the rest they need.
Author Biography
Lyndsey is a PhD candidate at Swansea University, an experienced paediatric nurse, children's public health nurse, International Board Certified Lactation Consultant, Holistic Sleep Coach and birth trauma recovery practitioner. The co-founder and clinical director of the Holistic Sleep Coaching program, Lyndsey regularly teaches internationally. In 2019 she set up the Breastfeeding the Brave project. She is a respected international speaker, teacher, and published author, and she regularly speaks out against the dominant sleep training culture, as well as advocating for the rights of families to receive expert and respectful support.
