CQC Registered Clinic

Sleep Service for Children with Additional Needs

Gentle, neuro-affirming sleep support for children and families

About This Service

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

What to Expect from the Sleep Service

Initial Consultation (1.5 hours)

Comprehensive sleep assessment, introduction to a sleep diary, and discussion of immediate adjustments to try.

Follow-Up Consultation (1 hour)

Review of your child’s sleep diary, creation of a personalised sleep plan, and prescription of sleep medication if clinically appropriate. 3–4 weeks after initial.

Progress Review (30 minutes)

Evaluate progress with the plan and adjust strategies or medication if needed. 4 weeks after follow-up.

Parent/Carer Phone Check-In

Ongoing support to keep you on track. 4 weeks after progress review.

Cost

Full Sleep Service Package

Includes all consultations, personalised sleep plan, and follow-up support. Available face-to-face or online.

390

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Does my child need a formal diagnosis to access this service?

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

Can appointments be done online?

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

What age children do you see?

Our Children’s Sleep Service supports children of various ages with additional needs and sleep difficulties.

Can medication be prescribed as part of this service?

Yes. Our nurse specialists are qualified prescribers and can manage sleep medication as part of your child’s care journey, if clinically appropriate.

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