Toddler Bedtime Issues And What You Can Do

Toddlers are know for resisting their bedtime

Toddlers are know for resisting their bedtime. It can be difficult as a parent to deal with this situation, but it's not impossible. In order to make the transition into sleep as problem free as possible, try some of the following techniques.

Consistency is the key. It's important to set a regular time to go to bed and to get up in the morning. If your toddler gets used to a specific schedule, then it will be easier for him to get to bed at night. Don't put off establishing a routine. This will make it easier over the long term to get him to sleep without a fuss.

The lead-up to bedtime should be the same each night. Make sure any activities are quiet and restful. Have a snack, tell a bedtime story, watch a bit of TV or play a quiet game. Maintain the same routine each night.

You may want to discuss the events of your toddler's day. Keep the atmosphere light and avoid any excitement.

Don't try to help your toddler fall asleep by lying down in bed with him. This could cause the opposite of what your objective is, and stimulate your child to stay awake and beg for more games and stories.

Instead, tell your toddler that you need to do a few things and that you will be right back to check on him. It's quite likely that your child will fall asleep before you return.

As your toddler gets older, the job will become so much simpler if a regular bedtime has been established and maintained. Bedtime could even become a daily event that is looked forward to by your child as a special family time. Remember that children thrive on consistency and repetition, both of which are important factors in normal toddler development.

But if your toddler stubbornly resists sleep, you should check with your child's doctor to rule out any medical causes for the behavior.

by: Candace Martin.

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