The Smart Steps Consultancy Team

The experts in Parenting

Emily Martin

Founder & CEO

Emily began her journey in childcare on the other side of the world in New Zealand where she fell in love with nannying. When she returned to the UK she worked in a nursery before she got her place to study at Norland College. After qualifying Emily spent many years travelling all over the world with many families, she further qualified as a Maternity Nurse and Sleep Consultant and is the top expert on our team when it comes to sleep.

Emily has written articles for newspapers and content for different childcare apps. She is an honorary consultant for TAMBA (Twins and Multiples Association) and is very passionate about being able to support parents through the difficulties of parenting.

Samantha Bainbridge

Nutritional Consultant

Samantha is a highly skilled and experienced nanny with a passion for providing exceptional care to children. With a career spanning over 10 years, Samantha has developed a deep understanding of child development and nurturing.   Sam holds a variety of qualifications that contribute to her expertise in childcare, such as a diploma in nutrition and health, allowing her to provide well-balanced and nutritious meals for children under her care.

Additionally, Sam has obtained qualifications in maternity nursing care, can provide sleep schedules and tailored advice to ensuring you are well-equipped and she is available to support new parents during the crucial early stages of their child's life.

Georgie Ansell

Pre and Post Natal Consultant

Georgie is a highly experienced Level 3 Qualified Personal Trainer, Qualified in Pre and Post Natal Exercise.

Georgie is passionate about sharing her love of health and fitness.

She specialises in pre and post natal exercise and wants to be able to share her knowledge to make sure mums feel comfortable exercising during and after pregnancy.

Jess Monro

Business and Marketing Manager

Jess is an experienced Business Manager and Marketing expert with over 15 years experience. She has a wealth of experience working with a range of industries and is passionate about empowering businesses to grow.

Jess handles the busy day to day operations of Smart Steps Consultancy , ensuring everything runs smoothly and is also our Marketing Manager.

If you have any marketing or media enquiries, please contact Jess.

What our Clients Say...

B4weeks, B3 and B6

Emily has helped with our three boys she is very reliable patient and uses great behavioural techniques along with being very patient. I have absolutely no hesitation in recommending her ...

Girl 18m and G3

Emily made the effort to learn about our values and integrate our principles into her interactions with the children. Emily has an impressive ability for communication-

Boy, 4 years

With Emily’s support our little boy has gone from waking every night and ending up in our bed every night to happily sleeping through in his own bed. Emily had been on hand, every step of the way. with support, encouragement and advice. She is the sleep whisperer