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Gentle Parenting Support in Sussex | I Support Overwhelmed Parents with Tantrums, Aggression & Sleep

Welcome, I am so glad you are here. I'm Rebecca, a parent coach and Aware Parenting Mentor based in East Grinstead & Forest Row. If you're feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, or triggered by your child's tantrums, sleep battles, or aggressive behaviour—you're not alone, and you're not failing.

Often our own hurts and tender places get stirred up alongside theirs. I'm here to hold space for both you and your child. There's another way, and you don't have to walk it alone.

Rebecca Sheikh, parent coach in Forest Row helping families with toddler tantrums, sleep problems, and ADHD support

Thrilled to have been part of Kindred Media’s Normalizing Nurturing Summer Issue.

In my article I share about moving away from rewards and punishments to connection and nurturing.

“Kindred will give you, not only hope for another way forward, but models and the tools for manifesting a culture where caring about each other, and the planet that sustains us, is the natural outcome of meeting the species’ specific needs of all.” Read more of my parenting support articles

The Path

If you're feeling lost, overwhelmed, and unsupported as a parent, you're not alone. I specialise in gentle parenting alternatives and attachment-focused support for families struggling with tantrums, aggressive behavior, sleep battles, and children who won't listen. Together we'll navigate the hard parts—bedtime struggles, sibling conflict, defiant behavior, big emotions—and I'll equip you with practical tools rooted in Aware Parenting to help your family thrive. I believe that children flourish when they are raised in an environment filled with love, understanding, empathy and a more democratic approach to parenting. Aware Parenting is at the heart of my support. Often our own hurts, fears, disconnection and painful feelings can feel like thick mud to wade through on this journey. As an Inner Child Journey Practitioner, I'm passionate about supporting parents' own healing alongside their children—where often the biggest shifts happen. Learn more about my parent coaching services.

Rebecca Sheikh, parent coach in Forest Row helping families with toddler tantrums, sleep problems, and ADHD support

The Journey

Whether your child has been diagnosed with ADHD or autism, you're wondering "Is my child's behaviour normal?", or you simply feel at breaking point with behaviour you can't understand, I bring deep knowledge of child development and family dynamics. My non-judgmental, attachment and trauma-informed approach helps parents of neurodivergent children and all families seeking gentle parenting alternatives to rewards and punishments. You'll feel comfortable, supported and open as we explore your unique parenting challenges together. Explore ways to work with me.

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I Can Help If You're Struggling With:

  • Sleep problems (without sleep training or cry-it-out)

  • Toddler tantrums and aggressive behaviour

  • Children who won't listen or seem defiant

  • Parenting ADHD, autistic, or highly sensitive children

  • Sibling rivalry and conflict

  • Your own triggers and childhood wounds

  • Feeling overwhelmed, isolated, or unsupported

  • Wanting to parent differently but not knowing how

Online sessions available throughout the UK. In-person sessions in East Grinstead, Forest Row and Sussex.

FREE discovery call

"Since my little boy was about 8 months old, Rebecca has been my weekly sanity check. She has supported me in ways I never thought I needed. Whatever is going on for me, however broken I am, I always feel like every emotion is welcome and respected. I initially came to rebecca for support with my son’s sleep, which has had me on my knees. Far from the approach of other sleep coaches, with Rebecca I have felt supported to follow a path that feels right for me and my family. She has helped me to find the strength to explore my own parenting philosophy and to understand our needs as a family. She is also always open with her own struggles and celebrations and is a source of constant wisdom and advice if I need or want it. Her approach as an aware parenting instructor resonated with me from the start, and I value learning more and more about this wonderful approach to parenting through Rebecca. I feel like an empowered and much more connected mother thanks to our chats. I would recommend her in a heartbeat!”

— Lisa, PARENT

📍 Location & Sessions

Flourishing Childhood is based in East Grinstead & Forest Row in Sussex.

I offer:

- Online parent coaching sessions throughout the UK

- In-person sessions in Forest Row and East Sussex

- Workshops and support groups in the local area

Whether you're struggling with toddler tantrums, sleep problems, aggressive behaviour, or wondering if your child's ADHD or autism diagnosis means you need to parent differently—I'm here to support you.

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Work with me

  • Rebecca Sheikh, parent coach in East Grinstead and Forest Row helping families with toddler tantrums, sleep problems, and ADHD support

    Free Discovery Call (20 minutes)

    Discover how Flourishing Childhood can support you and your family through a free discovery call. This initial conversation is an opportunity to explore your specific challenges related to children's behaviour.

    I would love to journey with you.

    BOOK A CALL
  • Rebecca Sheikh, parent coach in East Grinstead and Forest Row helping families with toddler tantrums, sleep problems, and ADHD support

    1:1 Consultation (1 hour)

    Begin your journey with me here where we explore your unique parenting challenges. You will leave with a clearer perspective and actionable steps to enhance your parenting journey.

    An hour online consultation

    BOOK A CONSULTATION
  • Rebecca Sheikh, parent coach in East Grinstead and Forest Row helping families with toddler tantrums, sleep problems, and ADHD support

    Weekly Hop On (30 min) - Monthly Subscription

    Let's walk the journey of parenting together. Parenting can often feel overwhelming, but regular check-ins can provide valuable support, guidance, and help you to connect with your and your child's needs.

    FREE access to my members area with a library of videos, play ideas and more.

    ANNUAL PACKAGE - 2 months FREE

    BOOK WEEKLY SUPPORT

  • "Meeting Rebecca has changed my life for the better in so many ways. I first found her in 2020, during lockdown, and she was such a source of deep compassion, wisdom and kindness and held such a loving space for me, helping me to support my son as well as myself, suggesting wonderful attachment games for our family to play together, and helping me really understand Aware Parenting. Since then, I have become an Aware Parenting instructor myself, and Rebecca continues to support me on this journey. I couldn’t be more grateful and am so happy to have found Rebecca. We still have regular check ins and I always feel so much more grounded and confident after our sessions. Thank you lovely Rebecca!"

    Helen, parent

  • ""Thank you Rebecca for all the big and small ways you enriched my life as a mum and as a woman. I felt heard and appreciated and looked forward to our sessions and always came away inspired and with really helpful guidance to put into practice. However, more than anything, you helped me realise that I already know a lot more than I thought and that I have a deep and wise intuition I can tap into anytime. So much gratitude for everything!"

    Noemi, parent

  • “ I am so glad that I booked six sessions with Rebecca. She showed such compassion and empathy as she listened and validated my feelings which helped enormously. She is so knowledgable and has so much wisdom to share and she helped me with many practical ideas of how to support my daughter. I would recommend working with Rebecca to anyone.”

    Lou, parent

  • "Learn how to understand your kids emotions, reconnect through play and start to enjoy parenthood !"

    Beatriz, parent

  • "We had a fantastic experience with Rebecca (And will undoubtedly be back again in the future). She clearly really knows her stuff, and shared lots of stimulating ideas and thinking with us that made practical and tangible impacts on our situation. But more than anything we felt a genuine sense of warmth, empathy and compassion from Rebecca for us and our children. We would thoroughly recommend."

    Dan, parent

  • Meeting Rebecca has changed my life for the better in so many ways. I first found her in 2020, during lockdown, and she was such a source of deep compassion, wisdom and kindness and held such a loving space for me, helping me to support my son as well as myself, suggesting wonderful attachment games for our family to play together, and helping me really understand Aware Parenting. Since then, I have become an Aware Parenting instructor myself, and Rebecca continues to support me on this journey. I couldn’t be more grateful and am so happy to have found Rebecca. We still have regular check ins and I always feel so much more grounded and confident after our sessions. Thank you lovely Rebecca!

    Helen, parent

Upcoming events

  • Rebecca Sheikh, parent coach in Eat Grinstead, Forest Row, Sussex and online

    Inner Child Journey Conversations (Feb 2026)

    INNER CHILD JOURNEYS – A 6-SESSION ONLINE TRAINING COURSE with Robin Grille

    You may not know it, but your own life as a child is one of the strongest influences on how you parent (or care for children) today.

    You can find out more about Robin here.

    "I have found his course to be truely inspirational and thought provoking. I would recommend it to anyone who wishes to understand their own inner child journey and gain insight and compassion for themselves and others. It is a unique and very stimulating journey. Many thanks Robin!" Jackie, participant

    Starting on the 24th February 2026 -31st March 2026 (Every Tuesday for 6 weeks)

    BOOK
  • Rebecca Sheikh, parent coach in Eat Grinstead, Forest Row, Sussex and online

    SoulCollage® Retreat Day

    16th November 2025

    10:00-17:00

    Emerson College, Forest Row Early bird: £95 - ends 16th October (Full price ticket £125)

    Connect with your inner wisdom through Soul Collage® in this full day workshop.

    SoulCollage® facilitators Catherine Lee and Rebecca Sheikh bring a blend of creativity, compassion, and deep listening to their work. Together, they create safe, nurturing spaces where individuals can explore inner wisdom, heal through imagery, and reconnect with their authentic selves. SoulCollage® is a simple yet powerful way to tap into your inner knowing through creativity, imagery, and self-reflection.

    A day to: Nourish yourself from within as we enter the deepening darkness of winter

    Restore your energy hear the message of your soul

    Create a sense of connection and shared humanity

    Explore your inner landscape and awaken new possibilities

    You will: Learn the powerful therapeutic process of SoulCollage®

    Have all materials provided

    Share in a biodynamic healthy lunch & delicious snacks

    Receive soul nourishment basket to take away with you

    BOOK HERE

Let’s walk the parenting journey together today.

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FAQs

  • Aware Parenting is a philosophy founded by Aletha Solter, PhD, that recognises children's need for attachment, emotional release, and freedom from punishments and rewards. It helps children heal from stress and trauma through connection, play, and allowing healthy emotional expression. Rather than using time-outs or rewards to control behaviour, we look at what's underneath and support children in releasing accumulated stress.

  • Both! I offer online sessions throughout the UK via Zoom, as well as in-person sessions in Forest Row and the surrounding East Sussex area (East Grinstead, Crawley, Tunbridge Wells, etc.).

    Book a free discovery call here.

  • Absolutely. I support families with sleep challenges using attachment-focused, gentle approaches that honor your child's needs and your family's values. No sleep training, no cry-it-out methods. Just compassionate support to understand what's beneath the sleep struggles and practical strategies that feel right for your family.

  • Yes! I specialise in supporting parents of neurodivergent children, including those with ADHD, autism, or who are highly sensitive. I help you understand your child's unique needs, navigate challenging behaviours with compassion, and find approaches that work for your family without punishment or coercion.

  • In our sessions, you'll share what's challenging for you right now. I listen deeply, help you understand what might be underneath your child's behavior, and offer practical strategies rooted in Aware Parenting principles. We'll explore attachment play, emotional release, and how to meet your child's needs while also taking care of yourself. Sessions are compassionate, non-judgmental spaces where all your feelings are welcome.

  • I offer several options to meet different needs:

    • Free 20-minute Discovery Call

    • 1:1 Consultation (1 hour)

    • Weekly Hop On (30 min monthly subscription)

    • Annual packages with savings

    [Book a free discovery call] to discuss which option would work best for you.

  • Every family is different, but many parents notice shifts in their own understanding and responses right away. Changes in children's behavior often follow once they feel the shift in our approach and have space to release stored stress. Some families see improvements within weeks; for deeper patterns or trauma, healing unfolds over time. The key is consistency and compassion with the process.

  • Absolutely. In fact, that's exactly where many parents start. Feeling overwhelmed is completely normal, and it doesn't mean you're doing anything wrong. In our first call, we'll gently explore what's hardest right now and find a starting point that feels manageable. You don't need to have it all figured out—that's what I'm here for.

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