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Formerly Sleep Scotland, the UK’s oldest sleep charity. Promoting healthy sleep in children, young people, and adults through education, support, and training. Because there is no health and wellbeing without sleep. sleepaction.org
On 21st March 2026, Jack will face his fear of heights and abseil 35 metres down the Falkirk Wheel to raise funds for our Scottish Sleep Support Line.
Help Jack reach his £300 target and support life‑changing sleep support across Scotland: buff.ly/PC2Yq6x
🩵 Every pound makes a difference.
There is no health and wellbeing without sleep. That’s what Jack, our newest team member, has learned since joining Sleep Action.
👉 And now he’s taking action to help those who need it!
➡️ Sleep deserves to be taught and understood, so our children can thrive at school, at home, and beyond.
Help us by:
📘 Reading our Manifesto
🖋️ Signing the petition
📢 Sharing the message
Learn more about our Manifesto on our website:
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Dear Parents & Carers, we need your help to ensure sleep education is made part of the curriculum.
Read on to help us make it happen....
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Thank you for letting us know, Kirsty.
This year’s #IWD2026 theme is #GiveToGain, this really speaks to us as we know all too well that when women thrive, everyone rises.
So here’s to better sleep this #IWD2026 & a big shout out to all women and helping them get the rest they need to shine!
😴 Learn more at buff.ly/MX8Rlek
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🎆 Sleep & Women!
International Women’s Day is on 8 March and we’d love to talk sleep. Did you know women need 20–30 minutes more sleep than men? Hormone changes throughout life such as menstruation, pregnancy, menopause all play a big part.
Read on to find out more..
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We need your help to amplify our impact and ensure sleep is a part of the curriculum. It’s so easy to get involved, just visit our website to support #WorldSleepDay and download our toolkit.
🙏Thanks for your support!
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#WakeUpToSleep
Just 1 week to go!
On 12 March we are going to be at Scottish Parliament at our ‘Wake Up to Sleep This World Sleep Day’, sponsored by Colin Beattie MSP. The Sleep Action team are busy putting the final touches to our event & can’t wait to welcome everyone.
➡️Read on to find out more...
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If your child is struggling with anxiety about being in their room alone and repeatedly getting out of bed, why not try ‘Five Magic Kisses’….read all about it on our website buff.ly/qFnQ50K
#BetterSleep
😘Five Magic Kisses
A child who is in and out of their bed throughout the night can be tricky. Getting poor sleep can impact your child’s sleep, your sleep, plus test the patience of the whole family.
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Sleep Counsellors! Our latest newsletter, packed with all the latest news, events, and updates, has hit your inbox 📨
Support Jack and help us deliver compassionate sleep support and guidance for Scotland’s children and young people.
💸 Support Jack’s bravery and help more young people get the restful nights they deserve!
Donate £10 here: buff.ly/PC2Yq6x
Our newest staff member, Jack, is starting his role with an unforgettable challenge: Abseiling 120ft down the iconic Falkirk Wheel on 21st March 2026 🧗
👉 Jack is raising £300 in aid of our Scottish Sleep Support Line.
This vital service is available at no cost, thanks to fundraisers like Jack.
Over the past 2 years, your grant has helped:
💁♀️ Support1,200+ families through our helpline
💻 Provide our online sleep toolkit to another 1,500 families
🥰 Families consistently reporting they are feeling happier & healthier
👉 Read more about what we do on our website buff.ly/LKCnrRy
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🙏 A huge thank you to @westonfdn.bsky.social - your support has made a remarkable difference to the work we do at Sleep Action.
We regularly hear words like “life‑changing,” “transformational,” and “we couldn’t have survived without it.”
Read on for more...
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Have you read Alyson’s Blog yet?
📅 In 2 weeks time we are so excited to be at Scottish Parliament for our event our Parliamentary reception “Wake Up To Sleep This World Sleep Day.”
➡️Read all about it in Alyson’s blog buff.ly/aOh7XNv
#WakeUpToSleep
How to introduce a comfort item:
🤔Choose a soft blanket or cuddly toy
🥰Let your toddler snuggle it so it picks up familiar smells & feels safe
⏰Make it part of the bedtime routine
😴Once attached, try settling them back in their bed with it
Get more handy sleep tips at buff.ly/IkUOfNP
Is your toddler sharing a bed with you?
Totally normal! Little ones crave connection, and co‑sleeping works for many families.
But if the wriggles and midnight kicks are disrupting your sleep, follow our tips on introducing a comfort item
➡️Read on...
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✍️ Dear Teachers, it’s time for sleep education to have a place in the Scottish curriculum and you can help us to make it happen.
📘 Read our Sleep about our Manifesto and how we can help children thrive in the latest blog by our Head of Service, Alyson O’Brien buff.ly/iT03Y41
#WakeUpToSleep
The Sleep Action team and I can’t wait to bring politicians, professionals, and supporters together to shine a spotlight on why we need to give sleep education a place in our classrooms.
➡️Read my blog on our website at buff.ly/iT03Y41
Alyson here 👋 As Head of Service at Sleep Action, I’m excited to share my blog as we count down to our Wake Up to Sleep on World Sleep Day 2026 reception this March, sponsored by Colin Beattie MSP at Scottish Parliament.
Read here: buff.ly/iT03Y41
💘 Check out our website for more great sleep tips buff.ly/qxjrSrG
LOVE your sleep this Valentine’s Day! 💘
Did you know a warm bubble bath before bed can relax you and help you get to sleep? Why not pamper yourself this Valentine’s Day and help improve your sleep.
➡️Learn more about sleep on our website buff.ly/qxjrSrG
We are committed to creating lasting change through learning, and this event delivered fantastic learning opportunities that will help us continue to improve and strengthen our services.
👏A huge well done to @scvo.scot for organising such an excellent event.
The Sleep Action team had a fantastic time at this year’s #SCVOGathering! It was inspiring to connect with so many incredible charities and hear about the amazing work happening across Scotland.
Over a brilliant few days, our team took part in sessions covering everything from AI to policy...
Interesting reading, looking at sleep apnoea and a potential increased risk of developing Parkinson’s disease
#sleep
www.parkinson.org/blog/science...
Closing soon... 💻📚
Last chance to register for our upcoming Sleep Counselling for Adults course and bring better sleep to those you support.
✨ Backed by the Sleep Action Sleep Counselling model
🩺 Built on 28 years of experience, current research & clinical practice
Register: buff.ly/qhYJPDH
🌡️ Keep the room cool (16–18°C)
🛌 Check the bedding-fun designs are great, but scratchy fabrics can irritate
🧸 Skip heavy blankets-go for light layers or a sleep bag
👕 Choose breathable PJs-cotton over synthetics to help prevent overheating
Read more sleep tips on our website buff.ly/UrUoE1D
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❄️Did you know being too warm can stop your little one sleeping well?
It’s easy to think fluffy onesies, socks and extra blankets will help… but cooler can actually be better for sleep!
Read on for our top tips for a cooler, better night’s sleep...
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