Sleep Fixer Stories with Kerry Davies

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Sleep Stories by The Sleep Fixer, Kerry Davies , sleep coach, CBT-I practitioner, and storyteller helping thousands rediscover rest. Each Friday, Kerry shares real moments and gentle science, exploring what keeps us awake and how to rebuild a calm relationship with sleep. Expect warmth, honesty, and practical wisdom, no gimmicks, no jargon, just evidence-based insights wrapped in real-life calm. 🕯️ Real moments. Simple science. Better sleep.

Episodes

  1. 3D AGO

    When the Brain Won’t Switch Off: Colin’s Story of Stress, Sleep, and Small Wins

    In this episode, Kerry Davies ,The Sleep Fixer , shares the story of Colin, a high-performing C-suite professional whose racing mind kept him awake into the early hours. Despite his success, Colin’s inability to switch off at night was taking a toll on his energy, focus, and wellbeing. Through sleep coaching, Colin learned how small, intentional changes in his day could make a profound difference at night. Kerry explores the connection between stress, routine, and rest, and how integrating mindfulness and relaxation into the day can transform sleep quality. This episode is a reminder that great sleep doesn’t start at bedtime , it starts with how you live your day. If you’d like to experience these shifts for yourself, Kerry’s free 7-Day Sleep Reset is the perfect place to begin. It’s simple, science-backed, and designed to help you reset your sleep gently — one day at a time.👉 Start your reset today at https://www.thesleepfixer.com/7daysleepreset 🌙 Key Takeaways: Colin struggled to switch off his brain at night. High stress levels can severely impact sleep quality. Small wins in daily routines can lead to better sleep. Mindfulness and relaxation techniques are crucial for rest. Sleep issues often stem from daytime stress and habits. Creating intentional evening routines can support deeper sleep. Writing down thoughts can help clear the mind before bed. Colin learned to enjoy his evenings again. Sleep is not just about hours in bed, it’s about the whole day. Rest is essential for both personal and professional wellbeing.

    19 min

  2. OCT 31

    When Bedtime Becomes a Battle: Helping a Child with Autism Find Calm at Night

    In this week’s Sleep Stories with The Sleep Fixer, Kerry Davies shares the story of “Bertie” a six-year-old with autism whose bedtime had become a nightly battle lasting up to three hours. Bertie’s story is one that many families will recognise, the sensory overload, the iPad attachment, the emotional distress, and exhausted parents desperately trying everything. Kerry gently unpacks what was really happening beneath the surface, and how small, thoughtful changes helped transform Bertie’s nights (and his family’s evenings) from chaos to calm. You’ll hear how understanding sensory needs, reducing stressors, and respecting a child’s natural sleep rhythm can make all the difference and how “sleep” should never be a fight, but something that happens when the environment feels safe. ✨ Perfect for parents, caregivers, and professionals supporting children with autism and sensory sensitivities. 💡 The Challenge: 6-year-old Bertie, with autism and sensory processing differences Took up to 3 hours to fall asleep each night Bedtime was stressful for the whole family; emotional outbursts, sensory overload, and confusion around what “should” work 🧠 The Insight: Bertie’s body clock didn’t match his 7:30 bedtime Sensory stressors (bath, teeth brushing, transitions) heightened anxiety Inconsistent strategies created uncertainty and stress for everyone Parents’ stress levels fed into the bedtime resistance cycle 🌙 The Fix: Adjusted bedtime from 7:30 → 9:30 PM to match Bertie’s natural rhythm Separated stressful activities (like bath/teeth) from bedtime routine Introduced calming transitions — threading activity + gentle music Used sensory strategies like tucking the quilt across his body Added a visual “Now & Next” schedule to support predictability Parents gained peaceful evenings and Bertie began sleeping calmly through the night 💬 Kerry’s Message: “Remove the stressors away from bedtime. Just because someone says a child should have a bath before bed doesn’t mean it’s right for your child. Follow what feels easier, calmer, and more natural for them.” 🔗 Mentioned Resources: Free printable sleep diary: www.thesleepfixer.com/resources 7-Day Sleep Reset: www.thesleepfixer.com/7dayreset

    22 min

  3. OCT 24

    Episode 3: When Sleep Feels Hard — Annie’s Story

    In this week’s episode, Kerry shares a real-life story from her one-to-one coaching work, the story of Annie, a busy professional and mum who found herself lying awake night after night, chasing sleep that just wouldn’t come. Through gentle, practical shifts, from fixing a consistent wake-up time, creating space for rest, and reframing those 3 a.m. wake-ups. Annie began to rediscover the ease of natural sleep. Kerry talks about why sleep should happen to you rather than be something you do, and how a few simple, compassionate changes can make all the difference. If you’ve ever struggled to fall asleep or stay asleep, or felt stuck in a cycle of “trying too hard,” this story will remind you that effortless sleep is possible, for all of us. 🕯️ Simplifying sleep so that everybody can sleep, and sleep well. https://www.thesleepfixer.com

    15 min

  4. OCT 17

    Understanding Sleep Physiology — How Your Body Knows When to Sleep

    Welcome back to Sleep Stories with Kerry Davies, your weekly dose of calm, science, and practical wisdom for better sleep. In this episode, Kerry gently unpacks the physiology of sleep — what’s really happening inside your body and brain when you drift off each night. By simplifying the science, she helps you understand why certain habits make such a difference. 🌙 In this episode, you’ll learn: What the circadian rhythm is and how it acts as your internal body clock Why a consistent wake-up time is more powerful than trying to force an early bedtime How morning daylight and evening dim light send powerful sleep signals to your brain The truth about sleep pressure (your body’s natural sleep drive) and how to build it through the day Common habits that can lower your sleep pressure — and how to avoid them Why structure, routine, and gentle self-awareness are the keys to effortless, restorative sleep 💡 Kerry’s takeaway:You don’t need to overhaul your life to sleep better — just start with one small change: set a consistent wake-up time and let your body’s natural systems do the rest. ✨ Tune in next week for Episode 3, where Kerry will begin sharing real-life sleep stories and the gentle transformations that follow understanding your own sleep story.

    14 min

  5. OCT 10

    Welcome to Sleep Stories: Simplifying the Science of Sleep

    Hello and welcome to Sleep Stories with me, Kerry Davies, also known as The Sleep Fixer. I’ve spent nearly 15 years helping thousands of people understand and improve their sleep, in this first episode, I’ll share what this podcast is all about. Each week, I’ll bring you real stories (always anonymised), gentle science, and simple strategies to help you sleep better minus the overwhelm. Together, we’ll explore what truly helps, what might be holding you back, and how small, science-based shifts can make sleep, and life, feel easier. Real moments. Simple science. Better sleep. www.thesleepfixer.com

    4 min
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Sleep Stories by The Sleep Fixer, Kerry Davies , sleep coach, CBT-I practitioner, and storyteller helping thousands rediscover rest. Each Friday, Kerry shares real moments and gentle science, exploring what keeps us awake and how to rebuild a calm relationship with sleep. Expect warmth, honesty, and practical wisdom, no gimmicks, no jargon, just evidence-based insights wrapped in real-life calm. 🕯️ Real moments. Simple science. Better sleep.

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