Philly Wallis PGCE BSc Psychology
www.childsleepmatters.com
When my eldest was 6 months old I was at my wits end; I found parenting overwhelming – my dreams of holding my bundle of love with clean hair and a loving smile were not a reality. I was shattered. She cried, she didn’t eat well and, you’ve guessed it, she did NOT sleep. Something had to change. I got in contact with Baby Sleep the Night and my life changed. Not only did I have someone to guide me through the process and make small changes to what I was doing (I had read ALL the books!), I had a voice of reason and confidence. I felt empowered. I had the support and guidance of someone with experience telling me what to do and how to do it exactly right. It changed my life.
We still say over 5 years on that it was the best money we ever spent! My life as a mum soon changed back into those lovely walks, play dates, clean hair and a smile that I meant.
So it wasn’t long until my son graced us 21 months later. He didn’t have the easiest start to life, struggling with illness and hospital visits but I had a foundation of sleep knowledge to start the slow, gentle and simple steps towards helping him to become an independent sleeper. With his health issues, I knew he needed to learn the skills of sleep to help him recover from his illnesses. By implementing these steps, he never needed the formal sleep training that his sister did (see my Newborn Sleep Package).
When I was approached and then hand-picked to be a Child Sleep Consultant by Baby Sleep the Night, I didn’t hesitate. My BSc in Psychology, with majors in Child Psychology, fuelled my fascination about the behaviour and growth of children and what can affect them both positively and negatively. This led into a career as a Primary School Teacher which continued to develop my knowledge of children and how they learn. I love being able to positively impact on a child’s life and giving them life-long lessons. My training with Baby Sleep the Night further fuelled my passion about working with children, and their parents too, and helping them to develop positive sleep habits which impact on all aspects of their growth, development, attention and happiness.
During my first year of sleep consultancy, I fell pregnant with my third; a little girl called Kitty who was born during Lockdown! It definitely wasn't the easiest time to have a baby but it reminded me first hand what having a newborn is like! I implemented my Newborn Package with her and she's napping whilst I'm writing this!
As well as having a baby in 2020, I also become a certified Baby Reflux Lady - this means I am certified in analysing and assessing probable causes of reflux in children (not just the symptoms) and I can use this to help support parents in easing the symptoms of reflux. (See my Reflux Package)
Children and sleep is my passion; let me help you! I offer friendly, comprehensive and responsive support and will empower you to become the master of your child’s sleep – you won’t look back!
Phone: 07825 255226
Email: philly.wallis@babysleepthenight.com
Testimonials
Packages
One-to-One Sleep Solutions Package
This is the most popular package, and consists of:-- A preliminary evaluation. This is a comprehensive questionnaire about your child’s sleep habits and routines that you’ll fill out prior to our meeting. (Having this information in advance helps us make the most of our time together).
- A private, 90 minute consultation in the comfort of your own home, or via Skype/FaceTime or telephone, where we’ll discuss strategies, troubleshoot possible problems and learn how to address bedtime, naptime, nightwakings or any other specific issues you might be dealing with.
- A detailed, fully customized sleep plan, that I will prepare for you after the conclusion of our meeting.
- Four follow-up telephone calls during the first week following the consultation. These follow-up calls last about 15 minutes, and we’ll use this time to deal with any setbacks you might be having or answer any general questions.
- One week of e-mail support. After your four follow-up telephone calls have been used, you still have an additional week of e-mail support where you can email me once daily, excluding Sundays I will always aim to reply to your queries within one working day.
The total cost for the One-to-One Sleep Solutions package for a baby or toddler in a cot is £250 by Skype/Facetime/Phone. If your child is in a bed this package is £270 due to the complexity of the plan.
Face to face consultations are available within a 30 minute driving radius of Basingstoke for an additional £30 (further distances can be accommodated with additional travel expenses– please call for details)
New-born – Get it right from the Start Package
This is a comprehensive training plan helping parents of new-borns train their little ones to have fabulous sleep skills from a very young age and can be implemented from day one! Getting an early start in establishing healthy sleep habits is a huge advantage for both babies and their parents. With this package, you will learn everything you need to teach your baby to be an independent sleeper right from the beginning. It is a fantastic gift package for new parents too and consultations can take place before or after the baby has arrived. (gift certificates available and can be posted direct to the lucky couple if required) It consists of:-- A private 60 minute telephone or in-home consultation. We will discuss how to establish a healthy sleep plan for your new-born, discussing sleep needs, schedules for feeding, naps and bedtime, how to help teach your baby the difference between day and night, creating the right sleeping environment, strategies to encourage sleep, when to expect your baby to be sleeping longer stretches, and common sleep issues that can be easily avoided.
- A detailed sleep plan. If you are expecting, the gentle, caring techniques in your sleep plan will teach you how to create an independent sleeper from day one, and will give you a flexible guide to quickly bring some routine, when baby arrives, to a time of your lives which can otherwise become quite overwhelming. If you baby has already arrived, your sleep plan will be fully customized for your family.
- One follow-up phone call. If you are following a sleep plan from the beginning then you will find your baby is naturally developing wonderful independent sleep skills, you may find you have some questions so we will schedule a telephone call within 2 weeks of the baby’s birth just in case (if you are expecting) or within 2 weeks of consultation (if you already have your baby at home). These calls typically last about 15 minutes.
- One follow-up e-mail. I will give you my personal email address so you can email me on one occasion with any questions or concerns any time within the first 3 months of your baby’s birth or our consultation. After 3 months you can purchase another week of email support at any time should you need it .
The total cost for the New-born – Get it right from the Start Package is £110 By Skype/Facetime/Phone
Face to face consultations are available within a 30 minute driving radius of Basingstoke for an additional £30 (further distances can be accommodated – please call for details)
Eat, Sleep & Dream
A package for new mums, first time mums, anytime mums and exhausted mums.Being a mum is brilliant; it’s the best and most rewarding job I’ve ever had but it’s also easy to feel like you’ve lost your way and got into bad habits. Whether with sleep, eating habits, behaviour or a mixture of all of these, and, especially when sleep deprived, these habits can be hard to break and can even get in the way of your enjoyment of being a mum. This package is for you!
I’m offering clear, friendly and responsive advice based on you and your family. I’ll be there to guide you each step of the way with sleep training as a primary focus, plus support with positive behaviour reinforcement and strategies, using my expertise of 12 years as a teacher in which I have also taught children the importance of healthy eating and activity as part of the personal, social and health curriculum. I also offer this expertise through advise on developing healthy eating plans and planning fun activities and daily routines. I have a BSc in Psychology, majoring in Child Psychology, and a PGCE teaching qualification, plus the experience of having my own two lively children, therefore I have the qualifications and skills to help you! This is a whole mum package – get your sanity back!
Included in this package:
- An initial 15 minute phone consultation where we will discuss your child, their sleep, their eating and their behaviour and we can discuss the package together.
- A comprehensive sleep, eating and behaviour questionnaire where you detail all aspects of your child’s sleep, routines, naps, family life, behaviour (positive and negative) and eating habits and other factors which may be affecting them.
- Creation of a bespoke plan based on your child, their specific needs and your family situation, as well as your preferences as a parent.
- A 2 hour Skype, Facetime, Face-to-Face* or phone call to further discuss your child based on the questionnaire, an opportunity for you to ask any questions and where I will explain your programme in detail.
- Follow up phone call support; six 15 minute follow up consultations. The first will be after Night One of the plan as this is where there tends to be most to discuss. We can discuss what went well, what developments may be needed for Night Two (if any) and make any adaptations (if needed). We can also discuss their eating and general behaviour plans. I’ll effectively be your sounding board to offer a listening ear, sound advice and a system of support.
- A week of emails will follow our last phone call; six emails of further support to secure all aspects of your child’s sleep, eating and behaviour.
The total cost for the Eat Sleep and Dream Package is £400
*Face-to-face available within 30 minutes drive from Basingstoke for an additional £30.
The Refresher
This plan includes:An initial 15 minute phone consultation to discuss the regression and sleep problems resurfacing.
- A sleep questionnaire where you detail all aspects of your child’s sleep, routines, naps, family life and any other factors which may be affecting their sleep.
- A 60 minute Skype/Face Time/Phone call or Face-to-Face* consultation to revisit your initial plan and adapt it to suit whatever problems your child may be facing.
- Follow up phone call support; two 15 minute follow up consultations. This is usually enough support to get your child back on track, but further phone or email support can be purchased.
The total cost for the Refresher Package is £110.
The Overnight
This personal support package is for those who want me at your home within 30 minute driving radius of Poole, Dorset for assistance on the night you choose to implement the program.This consists of:
- A preliminary evaluation This is a comprehensive questionnaire about your child’s sleep habits and routines that you’ll complete prior to our meeting. (Having this information in advance helps us make the most of our time together.)
- 15 minute phone consultation to discuss details of the overnight support- time,requirements etc.
- Private In-Home/Overnight Support I will join you prior to your child’s recommended bedtime and stay overnight until 7:00 am the next morning. The consultation will take place in the comfort of your home and we will begin your journey to great sleep together.
- A detailed, fully customized sleep plan This will be prepared for you after our consultation and after the nights stay so you have your own personalized plan to help guide you through the upcoming nights.
- Four follow-up telephone calls Four phone calls, typically lasting 15 minutes, can be scheduled for the first week following the consultation. We’ll use this time to deal with any setbacks you might be having or answer any general questions.
- One week of e-mail support After your four follow-up telephone calls have been used, you still have an additional week of e-mail support if any questions arise. You will have my private e-mail address and I’ll respond to your emails within 1 business day
The total cost of the Overnight Package is £775 within a 30 minute driving radius of Basingstoke, Further distances may be able to be accommodated, please call for details.
Book an appointment for a free 15 minutes consultation below, or if you would like to speak to me today please do call or email me now on 07825 255226 or email philly.wallis@babysleepthenight.com
Please note - Appointments are UK time zone so please convert to your local time if you are overseas. Be sure to check whether we are in GMT or BST at time of booking.
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