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Not all sleep challenges show up the same way.

Some babies nap well but wake frequently at night. Others sleep long stretches overnight but need intense effort to settle during the day. Disruption isn’t always global—but knowing where things feel most strained helps us respond more effectively.

Many parents report that either daytime or night-time sleep is harder—but not always both.

Which part of your baby’s sleep feels hardest to manage right now?

You might relate to more than one option — that’s completely normal. Choose the one that feels most true for right now. There’s no wrong answer. Once you select, you’ll automatically move to the next question. *

Naps are inconsistent or a fight

Nights are broken or high effort

Both day and night sleep are equally hard to manage

Sleep mostly works across day and night

It changes all the time / hard to tell

Night waking is inevitable—but it still takes a toll.

At this age, sleep disruptions often increase—thanks to mobility, separation awareness, and cognitive leaps. These aren’t regressions. They’re developmental shifts. But the impact on sleep is real.

Most 6–12 month olds still wake at night—but how sustainable it feels is what matters.

How are you coping with night waking right now?

You might relate to more than one option — that’s completely normal. Choose the one that feels most true for right now. There’s no wrong answer. Once you select, you’ll automatically move to the next question. *

They wake, but we both settle easily

Some wakes are fine, others feel like survival - it's getting harder

It’s constant, and I feel like I’m breaking

I’d prefer not to say

Doesn’t apply to our situation

Night feeds are still common—but should feel helpful.
Many babies still need overnight feeds in this age range—but if those feeds don’t support better sleep (or feel reactive), it may be time to reassess.

Around 30–40% of babies this age still wake for feeds—but frequency alone doesn’t determine function.

Henderson et al., 2010, Pediatrics

Do night feeds feel like they’re still serving a clear purpose?

You might relate to more than one option — that’s completely normal. Choose the one that feels most true for right now. There’s no wrong answer. Once you select, you’ll automatically move to the next question. *

Feeds are functional and we settle well

Sometimes they help, sometimes they don’t

Feeds don’t seem to settle anything anymore

They need a lot of help—and only from me

Settling is intense, no matter who’s trying

I’d prefer not to say

Not applicable / no night feeds

Settling strategies evolve—and sometimes lose effectiveness.
Your baby is becoming more aware, mobile, and emotionally attuned. That means what used to work—rocking, feeding, motion—may now take longer, or fail completely. This isn’t backsliding. It’s a sign that sleep needs have shifted.
Contact naps, high-input settling, and exclusive caregiver preference are common but often start to break down in this window.

How would you describe your current settling routine?

You might relate to more than one option — that’s completely normal. Choose the one that feels most true for right now. There’s no wrong answer. Once you select, you’ll automatically move to the next question. *

They settle easily with minimal input

It varies—we’re still figuring it out

I’m the only one who can settle them

Settling takes intense effort, even for me

I’d prefer not to say

You’re halfway through. This is where new insight often starts to click.

Rhythm doesn’t need to be rigid—but it should feel readable.
Many families in this stage start to feel pressure to choose between “routines” and “cues.” The truth is, either can work—if they make sense to you. But if you’re constantly guessing, it may be time to recalibrate.

How confident are you in your current rhythm?

You might relate to more than one option — that’s completely normal. Choose the one that feels most true for right now. There’s no wrong answer. Once you select, you’ll automatically move to the next question. *

I feel confident we’ve found a rhythm that works

We go with the flow, but I second-guess it often

I’m totally unsure what they need or when

Doesn’t apply / no rhythm

External stress shows up in sleep.
Teething, illness, weaning, new siblings, changes in work routines—these transitions all add pressure. Even if your baby’s needs are met, these factors shape the whole system.
Sleep often deteriorates during big transitions—even if the cause isn’t obvious.

Are there other challenges adding to the pressure?

You might relate to more than one option — that’s completely normal. Choose the one that feels most true for right now. There’s no wrong answer. Once you select, you’ll automatically move to the next question. *

No—sleep is the only real issue right now

Yes—some challenges are present, such as returning to work, adding a new sibling, recent illness, or emotional transition

Yes—multiple significant pressures are stacking and affecting day-to-day capacity (e.g. persistent feeding struggles, mental load, caregiving imbalance, health flags)

I’d prefer not to say

You’re not meant to function without rest.
Parents in this age group often feel like they should “have it figured out by now”—but that belief is what leads to burnout. If you’re coping, that matters. If you’re not, that matters too.

Parental sleep deprivation has measurable mental health impacts—even months after birth.

(Okun et al., 2018, Journal of Behavioral Medicine)

How are you coping with your own sleep?

You might relate to more than one option — that’s completely normal. Choose the one that feels most true for right now. There’s no wrong answer. Once you select, you’ll automatically move to the next question. *

Yes—I’m mostly coping okay

I’m pushing through, but I feel it

No—I’m completely depleted

I’d prefer not to say

It’s okay if this feels hard.
Disrupted sleep takes a toll—on your confidence, your relationships, and your wellbeing. That’s not weakness. That’s a system asking for relief.

Which best describes how you’ve felt recently?

You might relate to more than one option — that’s completely normal. Choose the one that feels most true for right now. There’s no wrong answer. Once you select, you’ll automatically move to the next question. *

I’ve felt grounded or myself most days

Up and down—but I’m managing

Flat, anxious, or disconnected

I’d prefer not to say

Sometimes sleep struggles are symptoms.
Discomfort, sensory differences, undiagnosed reflux or allergies—these can disrupt sleep before anything else shows up. You don’t need a diagnosis to notice something’s off.

Do you have any medical, sensory or developmental concerns?

You might relate to more than one option — that’s completely normal. Choose the one that feels most true for right now. There’s no wrong answer. Once you select, you’ll automatically move to the next question. *

No—I feel confident everything’s okay

Maybe—I’ve noticed a few things I’m not sure about

Yes—I have concerns that haven’t been explored

I’d prefer not to say

How it feels matters.
Is sleep something you’re managing—or something you’re constantly adapting to? This is less about hours, and more about whether your system can actually hold the weight.

Final question — then your Sleep Competency results.

Which best describes your current relationship with sleep?

You might relate to more than one option — that’s completely normal. Choose the one that feels most true for right now. There’s no wrong answer. Once you select, you’ll automatically move to the next question. *

It works. Not perfect, but sustainable

I have some concerns that either my child or I aren’t getting the sleep we need

It’s inconsistent—I’m always adapting

It feels like survival most days

I’d prefer not to say

Almost there.

These last questions help us understand how families access support and where future tools are needed.

You can skip them if you choose, they do not affect the Sleep Competency Score
Note: If you're a professional supporting a family using this tool, we welcome collaboration. Jocelyn Sleep™ partners with early years teams to extend care that’s aligned, respectful, and research-informed.

Have you accessed Sleep Support before?

What kind of support have you explored or tried?

If you haven’t asked for help yet, what’s held you back?

Would you like a personalised follow-up based on your answers?

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You’ve completed the Sleep Competency Screen

Based on your answers, we’ve mapped your current sleep setup to one of four Sleep Competency categories. These categories reflect how your family’s sleep system is functioning—emotionally, logistically, and developmentally. None of them are a diagnosis. They’re a starting point for support that matches your real experience.

Your result doesn’t define your parenting. It reflects how your family’s sleep system is functioning—emotionally, logistically, and developmentally—so we can point you toward aligned support.

You made it. Whatever your score, you’ve taken a practical step toward understanding what’s behind the disruption.

Thank you for pausing to reflect. That alone matters.

Welcome to the 6-12 Month

Sleep Competency Screening