For Adults

Insomnia is a common issue, and can often be improved with simple, practical steps. The NHS provides reliable resources to guide you through practical steps for improving sleep, including advice on healthy routines, managing stress, and other evidence-based approaches. These tools are designed to support you in regaining restful, restorative sleep. Visit:

• NHS Inform – Sleep Problems and Insomnia A comprehensive online self-help guide offering strategies, diaries, and printable PDFs for structured self-management of sleep issues

• In this resource, there are a series of useful tips and videos about improving your sleep from NHS every mind Matters Every Mind Matters – Sleep Tips and from NHS Scotland https://www.nhsinform.scot/mind-to-mind/sleeping-better/sleep-hygiene/

For Parents

Sleep difficulties are common in children and can often be improved with simple, practical steps. The NHS offers trusted resources to help parents establish healthy bedtime routines, create a calming sleep environment, and manage worries that can affect sleep. These guides provide age-appropriate advice and proven strategies to support better rest for your child.

Sleep & Young Children (Under 5)

NHS Baby Health Guide – Sleep and Young Children
Advice on winding-down routines, limiting screen time, comfort items, consistent bedtime approaches, and responding calmly to nighttime awakenings.
NHS – Sleep and young children

Healthy Sleep – NHS Healthier Together (Children 5–11 years)
Guidance on sleep needs (10–13 hrs for 3–5 yrs, 9–11 hrs for 6–13 yrs), along with advice on routine consistency, environment, story time, screen restrictions, and limiting stimulants

https://www.healthiertogether.nhs.uk/child-under-12-years/healthy-sleep