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Best Start in Life Sleep Support

Find out what your baby needs to sleep safely, how much sleep they need, and get tips on coping with tiredness here.

Barnsley Sleep Helpline

For parents and carers with children 12months - 18years

Speak to a trained practitioner from the Sleep Charity to help you with any worries about your child's sleep.


The sleep helpline is available every Wednesday between 12-2pm on 01226 704026.
If you would like a sleep expert to call you back, fill in the form here.



Sleep Success Programme

If you're a parent or carer with a child aged 12 months or older and have concerns about their sleep, this programme is here to help. You can join three weekly group sessions, either online or in person. There's also the chance to drop in or have a friendly phone chat with one of our trained family hub engagement practitioners if you'd like extra support.



What to Expect:
We will cover a range of topics, including:

  • Helpful bedtime routines (from toddlers to teenagers)
  • How to keep a sleep diary
  • Help to dig deeper and find out what might be causing your child’s sleep problems
These sessions are open to all parents and carers in Barnsley. Some advice is tailored for children with special educational needs, but most of the information is suitable for everyone. If you need extra help for a child with additional needs, please contact your health visitor or GP.

How to book?
Please note, the sessions are adults only. We would appreciate if you could book a space for each adult atending.
To read more about Sleep Success and how to book click here.




National Sleep Helpline

National Sleep Helpline
For over-the-phone support from a specialist Sleep Practitioner from The Sleep Charity, ring the National Sleep Helpline: 0330 3530 541
Lines are open:
• Monday, Tuesday and Thursday 7 - 9pm
• Monday and Wednesday Mornings 9 - 11am






Useful websites to support sleep

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Family Hub Room Bookings

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Barnsley Children's University

As part of our Great Childhoods Ambition, we've partnered up with the Children’s University Trust to launch the Barnsley Children’s University.

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Neighbouring Family Hubs

If you live outside the Barnsley area, contact your local Family Hub, or Children's Services for details about programs available in your community.