Chris is a pioneer in the world of infant sleep, recognised as the first male infant sleep consultant in the UK and Ireland. Chris leads the sleep certification training which combines scientific, evidence-based research with clinical application. After certifying in infant sleep, Chris found he lacked guidance on how to apply the theory when working with clients. The Academy’s courses were designed by a sleep consultant to be useful and practically applicable for working with families from the start.

Chris came from a career in Finance and went on to become co-founder of an infant sleep practice operating globally, where he supported families across the world and worked extensively with infants of all ages. His dedication to improving family wellbeing led him to create and trademark Comforting Through Change™, a unique and highly respected sleep training method now used by sleep consultants worldwide.

Lucy Upton is a Registered Paediatric Dietitian and one of the UK’s most trusted experts in childhood nutrition, and founder of The Children’s Dietitian Ltd. With over 15 years of experience working in the NHS, specialist feeding clinics, private practice, and public health, Lucy is dedicated to supporting babies, children, and their families to find joy and health through food, nutrition, and mealtimes while dispelling the overwhelming misinformation surrounding children’s feeding.

As a parent herself, Lucy understands the real-life struggles of feeding little ones and in The Academy she teaches food and the relationship with infant sleep, nutrients, the impact of sugar and more. Her advice is rooted in science but shaped by lived experience which means her teaching and advice offers practical solutions that fit realistically into everyday family life.

Sarah is a Graduate of The Sleep Consultant Academy and now works as a dedicated mentor to the Academy’s students. She supports them through those early steps in the learning process so they feel excited and not overwhelmed, offering guidance, reassurance and practical direction as they begin building their confidence and their knowledge. Her experience, patience and calm presence make her an incredible support for students who are starting our on their learning journey.

Sarah also teaches a module on mental health, covering how to recognise the signs of common difficulties and the referral pathways available.