I have always loved helping people; be that by simply giving someone a hot drink or helping them to move house, I find great satisfaction in practically assisting where I’m able, and seeing the relief that this assistance provides. During my time training to be a Norland Nanny, I developed a particular interest in sibling relationships and the introducing of a new baby into the family. It became evident that the sheer volume of literature and content around these topics was overwhelming for many parents navigating this complex stage: many give up and resolve to simply get through each day, ‘survival parenting’.

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Through my previous nannying posts and role in a mother and baby support group, I have been able to hone my supportive techniques and offer practical help, advice and guidance to enable families to thrive – focusing both on new babies and existing children in the household. Wanting to further my reach and impact in this area, I began what has become Gentle Guidance – helping families to find their way with sleep, feeding, and many other aspects of baby care.