Gentle Sleep Training: What It Really Looks Like for Working Families

Gentle sleep training is often misunderstood.

Many parents worry it means:

1. Leaving their child to cry

2. Withdrawing comfort

3. Ignoring emotional needs

4. In reality, gentle sleep training looks very different.

Gentle does not mean hands off

Gentle sleep training means:

1. Comfort remains but changes gradually

2. Support is reduced in steps

3. Your child is not left unsupported

4. Progress is paced

Gentle sleep is structured rather than permissive.

Why working families need structure

Working parents need:

1. Predictability

2. Clear steps

3. Support during the day

Without structure, gentle approaches can drag on and increase exhaustion.

Comfort and boundaries can coexist

Children thrive when comfort is predictable and boundaries are clear.

Gentle sleep training supports emotional security and independent sleep at the same time.

Support for working families

If your child already sleeps in their own cot or toddler bed, you can read more about my Back to Work Sleep Reset and how gentle structured support fits around working life.

If you are currently co-sleeping, my Beyond Co-Sleeping Programme may be a better fit.