What does a child sleep coach do?

Is your child sleeping badly? And is it breaking you up? You don't have to solve it alone. Find out how a sleep coach can give your child - and yourself - peace and rhythm again.

Certified Children's Sleep Coach

When does a sleep coach make sense?

Is your child sleeping badly? Does he or she often wake up at night, are naps a struggle or do you feel like you've tried everything? Then a child sleep coach may be the answer. Whether it is a young baby, an agile toddler or a toddler with separation anxiety: each age requires a different approach.

A child sleep coach is there not only for major and long-term sleep problems, but also for smaller questions or doubts. Especially if you feel stuck or have less and less energy, it is valuable to seek guidance. We help you recognise the patterns behind sleep behaviour and offer practical tools to change this.

Child sleep coaching

What problems
solves it?

There are all kinds of situations in which parents get stuck in their child's sleeping habits. This may manifest itself in small doubts or, on the contrary, in persistent, tiring nights.

Parents knock on our door with situations such as:

  • My child falls asleep alone in my arms
  • He wakes up every hour at night
  • She only sleeps in the baby carrier or pram
  • During the day, he no longer wants to take naps
  • We don't know whether we are just offering him too much or too little sleep
  • The transition to a bigger bed is difficult
  • My child wakes up very early every morning
  • My child falls asleep only at the breast or bottle

When sleep does not come naturally, you often feel it in everything. Fatigue piles up, routines fall away and the atmosphere at home comes under pressure. We help you clarify what is going on, where the bottlenecks are and how - step by step - you can restore peace of mind.

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Certified sleep coach

Methods &
approach

We are certified sleep coaches, trained at the renowned Family Sleep Institute. There, we learned all about sleep development, different sleep methods, and the influence of factors such as attachment, temperament and family situation.

  • A personalised approach, tailored to your child and what suits you as parents
  • Knowing what is going on, what your child needs and why sleeping is difficult now
  • A clear and achievable roadmap to improve sleep
  • Loving guidance, without judgement and with great empathy
  • Insight and knowledge about how sleep works, so you can continue to deal with sleep challenges in the future

Sleep coaching is not a quick fix, but it is a long-term solution. Because we work with proven methods and provide tailor-made solutions, we have seen families regain grip and confidence for years thanks to sleep coaching.

We educate ourselves every year and stay abreast of the latest findings on sleep guidance in children. We are members of the Dutch Professional Association of Children's Sleep Coaches (NBKSC) and value quality and transparency.

Parents' stories

What is it like to take sleep coaching?

Below you can see a selection of the more than 100 beautiful stories we received from parents. About their first doubts, the steps they took and the relief of falling asleep again. Recognisable, hopeful and sometimes exactly what you need to dare to take the step yourself.

Maxime & Lex
"We immediately noticed much more calmness because of this fine rhythm. And therefore, because of this, a much better night's sleep for her and for us".
Baby 6 months - 2025
Lisette
"Her professional yet empathetic approach truly made a difference for us."
Baby 6 months - 2025
Lisanne & Max
"We would never have managed this without her. It has brought more peace and stability to our family".
Toddler 1 year - 2025
Lex
"Our little one still sleeps more than 12 hours every night. If you ever wonder whether your child is getting the sleep they need, this is an absolute must."
Baby 9 months - 2025
Christiaan & Britt
"The result? A rested baby — and rested parents! Everyone deserves a Marian; this was worth every bit of the investment!"
Baby 8 months - 2025
Els
"It was with great confidence that we started working on the plan and it really worked incredibly quickly and well. My daughter now sleeps, in her own bed, like never before".
Toddler 2 years - 2024
Maurice & Noor
"Within a few days, we already saw an effect and for the first time in a very long time, we have no more worries in the evening."
Toddler 1.5 years - 2024
Yoonjung
"Her guidance was clear and to the point while also being very encouraging".
Baby 9 months - 2024
Bobby & Iris
"She has learned how to get herself to sleep and calm down and no longer has violent associations with her cot. GOODBYE SLEEPLESS NIGHTS!"
Toddler 1.5 years - 2024
Isabeau & Bastiaan
"Marian helped us get rid of it completely in a fortnight. Without crying out or leaving her alone. She sleeps great now and we are speechless and eternally grateful".
Baby 9 months - 2023
Birgit & Frank
"Nienke coached us to persevere well and had all the time for our questions. Result is a cosy evening ritual, our son sleeps through the night and is happy and rested in the morning."
Toddler 2 years - 2023