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Helen Davies

Private Health Visitor, Children’s Nurse & Parenting Specialist RSCN, RHV, SCPHN

Helen Davies is an award-winning Private Health Visitor, Children’s Nurse, and Parenting Specialist with over 28 years of experience supporting families across the UK. As the founder of Essential Parenting, Helen provides calm, compassionate, and evidence-based support that helps parents feel confident and connected through every stage of early childhood.

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About Helen

Drawing on her extensive NHS and private practice background, Helen specialises in infant sleep, behaviour, feeding, and development - translating complex guidance into practical, real-life strategies for modern families. Her approach is rooted in gentle, responsive care that nurtures both parent and child wellbeing. Helen is a trusted expert with leading parenting and family brands including Portland Hospital, BabyCentre UK, ASDA, The Motherload®, and Harley Street midwives at HSCFW London. She is also a trusted voice for parents through her online community The Nest and her educational platform @essential_parenting. A passionate advocate for positive mental health and secure attachment, Helen is dedicated to empowering parents with the knowledge, tools, and confidence to raise happy, well-rested families - values that reflect HiPP Organic’s commitment to gentle, natural care.

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