Child Health Support in Hamilton NZ
Sleep, Behaviour, Gut Health and Regulation
Supporting children, adolescents, and young adults experiencing challenges with sleep, behaviour, digestion, and overall regulation.
This work is guided by the S.E.N.S.E Framework™, a structured, systems-based approach used to understand how different areas of a child’s health interact — including sleep, emotional regulation, gut health, sensory processing, and breathing patterns.
WHO I WORK WITH
I primarily support children who may be experiencing:
sleep difficulties or night waking
emotional overwhelm or meltdowns
behavioural challenges
digestive concerns such as constipation or discomfort
sensory sensitivities or overload
difficulty with regulation, focus, or settling
I also work with adolescents and young adults where these patterns continue, with support adapted to their developmental stage.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR CHILD’S SYMPTOMS
Many families describe a sense that something is “not quite adding up.”
Your child may be:
sensitive, easily overwhelmed, or reactive
struggling to settle or stay asleep
experiencing ongoing digestive issues
showing inconsistent behaviour or regulation
Rather than viewing these as isolated issues, they are considered as part of a broader system.
THE S.E.N.S.E FRAMEWORK
All care is guided by the S.E.N.S.E Framework™, which looks at five key systems:
Sleep Regulation — sleep quality, night waking, circadian rhythm
Emotional Regulation — meltdowns, overwhelm, nervous system load
Nutrition & Gut Health — digestion, appetite, gut–brain connection
Sensory Environment — sensitivity, overstimulation, daily inputs
Energy & Breathing — mouth breathing, snoring, overall energy
This framework allows patterns to be understood in a structured and connected way.
NEURODEVELOPMENT & REGULATION
As part of this approach, neurodevelopmental patterns — including primitive reflexes — are considered within the S.E.N.S.E Framework™.
These patterns can influence:
sleep and settling
emotional responses
coordination and body awareness
sensory processing
Understanding how these patterns interact allows for more targeted and developmentally appropriate support.
HOW SUPPORT WORKS
Support is structured and individualised.
Initial consultations explore:
sleep patterns
digestion and gut health
emotional regulation
sensory processing
breathing patterns
developmental considerations
From this, key areas are identified and a clear plan is created.
Follow-up appointments are used to review progress and adjust support over time.