Sleep Service for Children with Additional Needs

Children’s Sleep Service | Makewell Clinic Milton Keynes

 

Gentle, neuro-affirming sleep support for children and families

Sleep challenges are common in childhood and they can affect the whole family’s wellbeing. At Makewell Health and Wellness Clinic in Milton Keynes, we provide a compassionate, tailored service to help your child (and you) get the rest you need.

 

Common Sleep Challenges in Children

Many children experience difficulties such as:

  • Needing a parent or carer with them to fall asleep
  • Waking frequently during the night
  • Finding it hard to settle at bedtime
  • Experiencing night terrors or vivid dreams
  • Waking very early in the morning

These are not signs of failure. They are common childhood experiences, especially for neurodivergent children, and we know they can feel exhausting for parents and carers too.

Every child and family is unique – which is why our Children’s Sleep Service is flexible, personalised, and built around your child’s needs and strengths.

 

A Neuro-Affirming Approach to Sleep

We understand that sleep looks different for every child. Our nurse specialists take a whole-family approach, recognising your child’s individuality and avoiding a “one-size-fits-all” method.

  • Strengths-based and inclusive – We focus on what already works well and build from there.
  • Neuro-affirming – Whether your child is neurodivergent (ADHD, autism, sensory differences) or not, our approach adapts to them.
  • Holistic support – Looking at daily routines, environment, emotional regulation, and family dynamics, not just sleep itself.
  • Safe prescribing where appropriate – If medication may help, our nurse specialists (who are prescribers) can manage this as part of your care journey.

 

What to Expect from the Sleep Service

Our structured yet flexible programme supports your family step by step:

Step 1: Initial Consultation (1.5 hours)

  • Comprehensive sleep assessment
  • Introduction to a sleep diary
  • Discussion of immediate adjustments to try

Step 2: Follow-Up Consultation (1 hour, 3–4 weeks later)

  • Review of your child’s sleep diary
  • Personalised sleep plan created for your family
  • Prescription of sleep medication if clinically appropriate

Step 3: Progress Review (30 minutes, 4 weeks later)

  • Evaluate progress with the plan
  • Adjust strategies or medication if needed

Step 4: Parent / Carer Phone Check-In (4 weeks later)

  • Ongoing support to keep you on track

 

Cost

£390 – Full package including all consultations, personalised sleep plan, and follow-up support.

This service is available face-to-face at our Milton Keynes clinic or online for families further afield.

 

Why Families Choose Makewell

  • Experienced nurse specialists with prescribing qualifications
  • Inclusive, neuro-affirming care for children of all needs
  • Combination of practical strategies and clinical expertise
  • Support delivered with warmth, compassion, and understanding

 

Ready to Book?

This service is available to children with a formal diagnosis, such as ADHD or Autism.

If your child is struggling with sleep and you’d like supportive, neuro-affirming guidance, Makewell is here to help.

📞 Call us on 01908 731293
📧 Email bookings@wemakewell.co.uk

Let’s work together to bring calmer nights and brighter mornings to your family.