The Gentle Sleep Book
Sarah Ockwell-Smith
2015
A gentle, biologically normal approach to infant and toddler sleep. This book provides age-appropriate expectations, tips for better sleep without crying-it-out, and reassurance that frequent waking is not a parenting failure but a developmental stage.
Why It’s Included:
It strongly aligns with our rejection of sleep training and belief in responsive nighttime care. The book empowers parents with realistic expectations and strategies that honour the needs of both child and parent.
Who It’s For:
Perfect for parents of babies and young children struggling with sleep, especially those feeling pressure to use sleep training. Also valuable for birth workers and parenting educators.
“What if we stopped expecting babies to sleep through the night? What if, instead, we embraced this season in life and adapted to accommodate it? Sarah Ockwell-Smith brings a different perspective beyond the sleep training industry’s relentless marketing.”
Further Reading:
How Babies Sleep – Helen Ball
Why Breastfeeding Grief and Trauma Matter – Amy Brown
