With over 30 years’ experience in the field of childcare I have worked with children from a few hours old with their tiny bodies and huge personalities to teenagers with their big awkward bodies and even bigger personalities!
My career began as a private nanny, a role that took me across the world and into the homes of so many wonderful families. This experience gave me the privilege of working within a variety of cultures, teaching me to adapt quickly and with ease.
I’m a pragmatist at heart, incredibly level-headed and calm in all situations, which has proven invaluable when supporting families through both the everyday challenges and the more difficult moments of parenting. After many years of travelling, I decided to focus on the magical early years.
I started a mobile crèche company, working in varied locations from local authorities to five star wedding venues, and later opened and managed a pre-school within a SureStart centre, all while raising my own two children.
Today, those children are grown: a strapping 23-year-old son and a beautiful 22-year-old daughter, each busy carving their own way in the world. I couldn’t be prouder, and I carry all those years of experience, both professional and personal into the care I offer to families now as a Newborn Care Specialist.
I have a particular passion for paediatric sleep and often support families in crisis, stepping in when all else has failed. I feel incredibly lucky to have supported so many families through real transformation helping stressed, overtired, and overwhelmed parents become confident, happy families who can truly enjoy their little ones formative years.
Based in the UK, close to Bath and the Cotswolds, I work with families both in person and remotely across the world. My approach is warm, caring, and compassionate but I’m not at all ‘fluffy.’ I believe in telling it like it is, with kindness, clarity, and the confidence that comes from decades of hands-on experience.
I feel incredibly lucky to have supported so many families through real transformation helping stressed, overtired, and overwhelmed parents become confident, happy families who can truly enjoy their little ones. Many of my clients go on to become long-term friends, and I feel privileged to remain a part of their children’s lives as they grow. Many families also choose to continue working with me throughout the early years, whether that’s supporting with nanny recruitment and training, offering guidance on choosing nurseries and schools or helping with a variety of family assistant tasks.
I also provide ongoing reassurance and practical guidance as family life evolves, whether it’s navigating sleep challenges, adjusting to new routines, or simply being a trusted sounding board when parents need it most. My greatest joy is seeing families thrive, knowing I’ve played a part in making their early years a little calmer, happier, and more enjoyable.
“Never stop learning because life never stops teaching”
My professional training is both extensive and ongoing, something I am deeply proud of. Over the past 33 years, I’ve continued to build my knowledge, completing new courses each year to ensure I stay up to date with the latest research and best practices. At the same time, I believe that every family I work with teaches me something new. Each baby, child and family is unique and I feel truly blessed to learn from every one of them.
I have completed the following training courses;
NVQ Level 3 in Childcare, Learning and Development
Paediatric Sleep Training for Professionals
Wiltshire Safeguarding Children Board Safeguarding Children
SENCO (Special Educational Needs Co-ordinator)
Introduction to Childminding
MNT Maternity Nurse Training
MNT Sleep Training
MNT Breast Feeding Training
MNT Care of Multiples
MNT Children’s Food and Nutrition
Be Ready to Parent Reflux and Early Allergies
Be Ready to Parent Breastfeeding
Millpond Sleep Clinic Training
Managing Difficult Behaviour
Working with Children with Special Needs
Understanding Autism
Lullaby Trust Sudden Infant Death Prevention Training
Strep B Training
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