Meet Julie Mallon and the Nurture2Sleep Team

My professional journey has always centred around supporting children and their families. As a qualified Social Worker and former Preschool Teacher in Dubai for over seven years, I have had the privilege of guiding young children through some of the most important stages of their development. These experiences have given me a deep understanding of child development, emotional wellbeing and the lifelong importance of secure attachment.

Like every member of the Nurture2Sleep team, my practice is grounded in neuroscience, child psychology and evidence-based research, while recognising that every child is unique and every family deserves compassionate, individualised support.

At Nurture2Sleep, we believe sleep is never just about sleep. It reflects every aspect of a child’s world — their development, temperament, emotions, relationships, environment and daily experiences. Rather than simply looking at bedtime, I take the time to understand the whole child and the whole family. By understanding the why behind your child’s sleep, we can create gentle, personalised solutions that not only improve sleep but also nurture confidence, resilience and emotional wellbeing.

I believe children thrive when they feel safe, understood and gently guided. Parents should never feel they have to choose between responding with love and providing clear, consistent boundaries. It is through this balance of connection and calm leadership that children develop the confidence to become independent, including at sleep.

Supporting families as they move from exhaustion and uncertainty to feeling rested, connected and empowered is one of the greatest privileges of my work. Watching children develop healthy lifelong sleep skills, while protecting the trusting relationship they share with their parents, is incredibly rewarding.

My goal is to help every family feel supported, informed and confident, providing evidence-based guidance that respects your parenting values while helping your child flourish — because better sleep is never just about quieter nights; it’s about helping the whole family thrive. Never just about sleep. It’s about nurturing children, empowering parents and helping families flourish, one restful night at a time.

Based in Abu Dhabi, Cristina is a valued member of the Nurture2Sleep team and the proud mum of two young boys. Combining specialist training with her own experience of raising a family, she understands the importance of compassionate support, reassurance and practical guidance throughout the parenting journey.

Cristina is a certified Gentle Sleep Coach, having completed The Gentle Sleep Coach Program, one of the world’s most comprehensive sleep coaching certifications. She has also completed advanced specialist training in gentle sleep support for babies from birth to five months, equipping her to guide families through the earliest stages of parenthood with confidence and care.

Cristina is passionate about helping parents feel calm, capable and supported. Her nurturing approach focuses on educating families about their child’s development, creating personalised sleep plans that are responsive to each baby’s individual needs while empowering parents with the understanding and confidence to make informed decisions that benefit the whole family.

Nurture2Sleep welcomes meaningful collaborations that support its mission to empower families and individuals to understand and master the art of healthy sleep. From brand partnerships and expert consultancy to corporate education, Nurture2Sleep works with organisations that share its commitment to improving sleep, wellbeing and quality of life.

Collaborations include serving as a brand ambassador for CYBEX, advising Mandarin Oriental on sleep and guest wellbeing, and delivering corporate sleep and wellbeing workshops for organisations including Bloomberg and Dentons. Nurture2Sleep has also collaborated with Chopard Design Studio on sleep focused nursery design, VIWELL on workplace and family wellbeing, Sprout on children’s nutrition, The White Company on sleep essentials, and Morphée on screen free sleep solutions.