This is not your average sleep training manual.Whether you're just starting your journey as a baby sleep consultant or looking to deepen your current practice, The Sensitive Sleep Consultant’s Handbook is your trusted companion. Grounded in attachment theory, psychology, and emotionally attuned care, this book offers a comprehensive, real-world guide to working with families in a way that supports both sleep and connection.From setting up your business and navigating client dynamics, to designing sleep plans that honour both child development and family values, this guide balances the science of sleep with the art of sensitive practice. You'll find evidence-based strategies, real case examples, and practical scripts that help you approach your work with both confidence and compassion.Perfect for professionals who want to support healthy sleep—without ever compromising a child's sense of safety or a parent's intuition.About the AuthorKel Whittaker is an experienced psychotherapist, educator, and founder of the Institute of Sensitive Sleep Consulting. With a background in psychological science and social work, she has trained hundreds of professionals globally in her attachment-informed approach to infant and child sleep. Kel is also the creator of The Sleep Consultant Podcast and a fierce advocate for emotionally safe sleep support that honours the whole family. Her work blends science, sensitivity, and soul—with just the right dose of realism.