Gentle, personalised sleep support for exhausted parents

More rest. No pressure. No guilt.

You're here because something needs to change, and you want support that actually fits your family, not a method that asks you to go against your instincts.

Let’s find a way that actually works for your family.

Parent smiling at baby - personalised gentle sleep support

“Catherine made it all make sense... She added some clarity to our situation, reassured us and gave us the information and confidence to start to improve our daughter's sleep!” – Maisie

When sleep feels impossible, so does everything else.

It’s 3am. Again.

You’re rocking, feeding, shushing, scrolling - desperately searching for an answer. You’re doing everything you can, and yet your baby still won’t sleep unless they’re on you.

You’re exhausted. Touched out. Wondering if you’ve somehow broken your baby… or yourself.

Exhausted mum scrolling phone at night during baby wake-up

Maybe you’ve been told to leave them to cry.
Or that feeding to sleep is a “bad habit.”
Or that you just need to stick to a routine - even though routines have never worked for your baby.

You don’t want to sleep train.

But you also don’t want to keep dreading bedtime, or bursting into tears because you're so tired and nothing is changing.

You’re not lazy. You’re not too soft.

And you’re definitely not doing it wrong.

But something has to change - for your baby, and for you.

“I’d been debating booking a call with Catherine for months as our 1 year old was waking every hour or 2, and I was completely exhausted. I wish I'd done it sooner.”- Melanie

Imagine this...

You wake up after a longer stretch of sleep - not perfect, but better - and you actually feel human.

Things still aren’t flawless, but the chaos has settled.
You’ve got a plan that makes sense, fits your baby, and respects your instincts.

Parent and baby resting peacefully - results from gentle sleep coaching

You’re no longer second-guessing every nap, every bedtime, every wake-up.
You’re not drowning in conflicting advice.
You feel calm.
You feel confident.
You feel like you again.

“Sleep went from a 2.5 hour battle and driving to sleep, to a toddler pointing to his bed and asleep in no time. It’s better than we could have imagined.” – Sarah

Why I do this work

I didn’t become a sleep coach because I had all the answers.
I became one because I didn’t.

When I had my first baby, Google was in its infancy. No Instagram. Just books, outdated forums, and a mountain of pressure to “get it right.”

I remember the exhaustion, but more than that, I remember the doubt. Everyone had an opinion:

“Just leave her.”
“She’ll learn.”
“Don’t make eye contact.”

Catherine Wasley, OCN Level 6 holistic infant sleep coach and founder of The Parent Rock, UK

But my instincts said something else:
That she needed me.
That this wasn’t behaviour needing fixing - it was baby behaviour.

Maybe the problem wasn’t her sleep… maybe it was the way we talk about baby sleep full stop.

That experience planted the seed for The Parent Rock.

Since then, I’ve supported hundreds (actually probably thousands!) of families through those blurry, exhausting early years - as a nanny, registered childminder, wedding childcare business owner, teaching assistant, and now a holistic sleep coach. 

I’ve seen the sensitive ones, the strong-willed ones, the velcro babies… and the brilliant, knackered parents who just want to feel like themselves again.

I'm an OCN Level 6 Holistic Sleep Coach and mum of four. The support you receive is grounded in over 30 years of real-world experience, so you can feel fully seen, heard, and guided with care.

“We were met with empathy, warmth and so much knowledge. It’s been a great learning experience for us as parents.” – Julia

Real stories: How my gentle sleep support transformed these families

  • "A breath of fresh air"

    "We've been burned with sleep support previously which had been packaged as gentle and wasn't. But the approach taken with The Parent Rock is a breath of fresh air. Attachment-focused and evidence-based.

    We only needed easy simple tweaks to change everything for us. Sleep went from a 2.5 hour battle and driving to sleep, to a toddler pointing to his bed and asleep in no time.

    It's better than we could have imagined. Fewer emotional outbursts, more time and bandwidth because everything is so much easier.

    We've fallen in love with parenting again.

  • “No expectation to do anything resembling sleep training at all.”

    “Working with Catherine has been a wonderful experience. Catherine really took the time to get to know our family and understand our baby's personality. We were struggling with frequent night wakes and a lot of unpredictability around naps and bedtime.

    Catherine suggested a few simple tweaks to begin with and within the first week we already saw some movements in the right direction.

    By the end of the two weeks we were seeing longer stretches at night, more predictability and easier bedtimes. Our daughter even managed to sleep 9.5 hours straight one night recently which was unimaginable before!

    I have been able to continue feeding to sleep and there was no expectation to do anything resembling sleep training at all.”

  • "I wish I'd done it sooner"

    "I'd been debating booking a call with Catherine for months as our 1-year-old was waking every hour or two, and I was completely exhausted. I wish I'd done it sooner.

    Catherine took the time and asked lots of questions about us and our routine and suggested a few changes we could make and within a week of putting these into practice we had gone from 6 or more wakings a night to 2 or 3.

    Catherine's empathetic and understanding approach to little ones' sleep is exactly why I chose her. I didn't want to cry it out or give up breastfeeding and Catherine didn't support those methods either.

    I've been telling all my friends about her.”

Baby sleeping peacefully with thumb - no-cry sleep support from The Parent Rock

The Sleep Clarity Call

One focused session to cut through the confusion

Perfect if you're overwhelmed, confused, or just need an expert ear and a clear next step.

Ideal for one specific sleep challenge - early waking, bedtime battles, or nap issues.

Not suitable for frequent night waking - my Full Sleep Support or One Month Beside you packages are better fits for that.

Also great for expectant or brand-new parents who want to understand what's normal before the sleep struggles begin.

    • A 60-minute video call focused on your family’s biggest sleep struggle
      Feel clearer, calmer, and confident about what to try next.

    • Gentle, evidence-based advice that works with your baby’s needs and your values
      No judgment. No rigid rules. Just real support.

    • A two-week check-in call
      So you’re not left wondering if it’s working - we’ll check together.

“Catherine offered a fantastic Zoom call that helped me shed some light and gave me the confidence to move forward.” – Charlotte

Toddler asleep with teddy bear - gentle toddler sleep coaching

Full Sleep Support

Two weeks of personalised 1:1 support

If bedtime battles, contact naps, or hourly wake-ups are leaving you stuck and second-guessing, this is for you.

We'll untangle what's driving the sleep challenges and gently guide you toward more rest, more confidence, and more calm.

Most parents start seeing shifts within the first week.

    • In-depth intake form + sleep diary
      So I can fully understand your little one’s sleep rhythms and your family’s needs.

    • 90-minute video consultation
      We’ll gently explore what’s working, what’s not, and what matters most to you.

    • A personalised written sleep plan
      Clear, doable steps – no cry-it-out, no pressure, no nonsense.

    • 2 weeks of WhatsApp support (Mon–Fri)
      Ask questions, vent, celebrate wins - I’ll be your biggest cheerleader

    • Mid-point check-in call (30 mins)
      Make tweaks, celebrate progress, and keep things moving.

    • Final wrap-up call (30 mins)
      Reflect, ask lingering questions, and feel ready for what’s next.

“She took the time to understand exactly what was going on and gave us manageable, tailored adjustments to make.” – Anna

Parent holding baby's finger - One Month Beside You intensive sleep support package

One Month Beside You

Four weeks of high-touch support - sleep, parenting, and everything in between

This is deep support for when you need more than a one-off plan. We'll hold space for the tricky bits - toddler meltdowns, nap transitions, night weaning, the "is this normal?" spirals - and I'll walk beside you every step of the way.

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    • In-depth intake form + sleep diary
      So I can understand your little one’s rhythms, needs, temperament, and what life really looks like in your family - sleep and beyond.

    • 90-minute consultation call
      We’ll gently explore what’s working, what’s not, and what matters most to you.

    • Personalised written plan
      Clear, doable steps - no cry-it-out, no pressure, no nonsense.

    • WhatsApp support 7 days/week
      Message anytime - I’ll reply during my waking hours, not your little one’s!

    • Four weekly 30-minute Zoom calls
      Reflect, ask questions, troubleshoot, and keep things moving.

    • Ask me anything
      Sleep, routines, meltdowns, fussy eating - I’m here for all of it.

“Catherine has empowered me to be the parent I always want to be. I hope and know she’ll be part of my parenting toolbox for years to come.” – Diane

If you ever find yourself wanting support beyond our time together – whether things are still shifting, life throws something new your way, or you just want that steady voice in your corner – I’ve got you.

Ongoing support is available by request, and we’ll shape it to suit exactly what you need, at a pace that feels right.

Not sure which option is right for you?

Pop me a message via the contact form here

or book a free discovery call here

We’ll figure out what feels right for you, together.

Frequently Asked Questions

Sleeping baby's hands - frequently asked questions about baby sleep coaching
  • Totally understandable. You’ve read the blogs, tried the tips, followed the advice, and it still feels like nothing’s shifting. That’s why this support isn’t another one-size-fits-all plan. It’s deeply personal, built around your little one, your instincts, and your reality. Together, we’ll find fresh, tailored solutions that actually fit.

  • I support babies, toddlers, and preschoolers - from around 4 months up to big-kid beds.

    Whether it’s contact naps, bedtime battles, frequent night wakes or transitions, we’ll figure it out together.

  • Absolutely not. I offer no-cry methods and responsive support. This is not sleep training wrapped up with a pretty bow, masqueradin as ‘gentle’. You’ll always have the choice to stay close and comfort your little one through any changes - what matters is what feels safe and right for you.

  • There’s no set method here. Every plan is shaped around your parenting style, your child’s temperament, and your values. We create a gentle, flexible approach that actually fits your life.

  • There’s no magic timeline, but many families start seeing shifts within the first week. Every child is different, which is why we check in and adjust as we go. This isn’t about perfect - it’s about progress.

  • Nope. If feeding to sleep feels right for your family, that’s where we start - we work with what’s working, not against it.

Ready for more rest?

If you’re exhausted, overwhelmed, and torn between your instincts and all the advice out there - this is your sign.

You don’t need to “fix” your little one.
You don’t need to follow a strict routine.

You just need support that feels calm, caring, and realistic, and someone in your corner who truly gets it.

Happy mum holding smiling baby - results from gentle 1:1 sleep coaching

“The approach taken with The Parent Rock is a breath of fresh air. Attachment focused and evidence based. Honestly game-changing.” – Sarah