Sleep is not optional. Kerry Davies, The Sleep Fixer, explains why sleep is an ancient biological process, why modern life disrupts it, and how understanding your body can help you rebuild trust in sleep.

A piece in Yahoo News this week is getting attention for suggesting scientists are changing the way they understand insomnia. It's worth reading. But there's something more important that isn't being said clearly enough. CBT and CBT-I are not the same thing. Most people don't know this. And that one piece of confusion is keeping a significant number of people stuck. CBT — Cognitive Behavioural Therapy — is designed for anxiety and depression. It works on thoughts and emotions

That's according to a report making the rounds this week and honestly, I'm not surprised by the number. But I am sad about it. Because behind it isn't just tiredness. It's millions of people dragging themselves through their days, wired, emotional, quietly wondering why nothing they've tried has worked. And the part that stays with me is this: most of them haven't told anyone. They've normalised it. Pushed through. Told themselves this is just what adulthood looks like now.

Sleep advice is everywhere. You might have heard to optimise your light exposure, track your sleep cycles, take magnesium, or try glycine. Maybe you’ve been told to avoid caffeine after midday—or is it after 10 a.m.? Some suggest getting a cold room, using a weighted blanket, practicing the 4-7-8 breathing technique, or trying yoga nidra. Others say journal before bed, then contradict themselves by warning that journaling activates your brain. None of these tips are necessari

After a rough night of sleep, the natural reaction is to stay in bed longer. It seems logical: your body is tired, and extra rest should help you recover. The bed feels like a safe haven, and facing the day without enough sleep can feel overwhelming. Yet, this common response often backfires, turning a single bad night into a recurring pattern of poor sleep. Understanding why staying in bed longer after a sleepless night can make things worse is key to breaking this cycle and

If you have ever found yourself lying awake at night, wondering why you can’t sleep even when you’re trying everything, you are not alone. Many people struggle with sleep without realising that the harder they try, the more elusive rest becomes. This article explores the biological reasons behind this frustrating experience and offers practical advice on how to improve sleep naturally without forcing it. A calm bedroom setting promoting natural sleep Why Trying Harder to Slee

If you’ve ever found yourself wide awake at 2 a.m. Your mind racing, scrolling, replaying random conversations or planning tomorrow’s to-do list , you’re not alone. This week on The Sleep Fixer Podcast, I share Denise’s story , a woman in her 30s with ADHD who kept waking through the night feeling alert but exhausted. Her body was tired, but her brain hadn’t got the memo. Denise was diagnosed with ADHD a few years ago. Like so many adults with ADHD, she described her mind as

When Bedtime Feels Like a Battle: Bertie’s Story By Kerry Davies | The Sleep Fixer Meet Bertie.A bright, curious six-year-old with autism and sensory processing differences. Every night, bedtime felt like a battle.What was meant to be a peaceful end to the day turned into hours of tears, frustration, and exhaustion for everyone. Bertie’s parents had tried everything, sitting with him until he fell asleep, leaving him to settle alone, changing routines, rewards, and reassuranc

I recently shared my thoughts in The Guardian about the growing number of parents resorting to buying melatonin gummies through unofficial channels. If you missed it, the article is here: Parents turn to black-market melatonin for their children. This isn’t about bad parenting. It’s about desperation. So many families, especially those with neurodivergent children, are left with little support and long NHS wait times. When you’re running on empty and your child hasn’t slept p

Sleeping Difficulties and Your Child with SEN It is no secret that children with SEN have a greater chance of having sleep difficulties. In Neurotypical developing children the prevalence of sleep issues is around 40%. Children with SEN however difficulties with sleep rise to around 86%, hence my passion in supporting these families with sleep. So, what are the reasons for this huge rise in sleep difficulties for children with SEN? For the last ten and a half years I have que

This blog is designed to give you a clear understanding of what sleep associations are, the sleep associations that we should be creating...

So, what is a ‘One to One Package’ and why will it work for me? The One to One Package is a thorough assessment tool designed and completed by the Sleep Fixer herself. It is available at the cost of £60 to families. Initially, it begins with an assessment, normally taking around an hour, depending on your child’s sleep needs. It will cover all areas of sleep, from evening through until mornings and will also include naps (if this is appropriate). Due to the Sleep Fixers vast