2006-09-11 14:54:41 · 15 answers · asked by dolphingirl682 1 in Family & Relationships ➔ Family
Establish a bed time routine. Stick to it. Plan activities around the bed time routine. Don't visit or go on outings past bed time or have company over past bed time until the child gets used to it.
A good routine could involve bath, a story (with a bed time theme likeGoodnight moon, Everybody Sleeps, etc.)and tucking in with a kiss and an assurance that you'll be nearby. Skip late afternoon naps. Do not give the child stimulants (sugar, chocolate, soft drinks with caffeine hours before bed time.)
Do use a night light if it comforts the child. Do leave the door open a bit and reduce noise in the household to facilitate sleep. Don't give in to crying. Every once in a while go to the room and reassure the child that you are still in the house. If s/he leaves bed, gently return the child to bed with reassuraces that you are listening out for them.
If you have raised the child sleeping in your bed this will take a lot more time. Patience is the key.
Don't use the bedroom for punishment or time out. Make it a pleasant place to sleep. Ensure temperature, bedding is comfortable. Buy a sleepy time friend for a young child that is not available during the day. Teddy bear or doll. BE PATIENT.
If your child continues to suffer sleep problems consult a physican. Do not let them make light of the situation. Explain all the interventions you have tried. Ask if there are any physical problems/interventions that could be diagnosed. If not, ask for other suggestions.
The ones I listed are quite helpful if you are patient and firm. Do not yell or spank your child.
Good luck. This too shall pass. Soon enough s/he will be a teenager that wants to sleep 'til the crack of noon! LOL!
2006-09-11 15:16:10 · answer #1 · answered by Chris 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You didn't say how old your child is. Elizabeth Pantley has an excellent book called "No Cry Sleep Solutions" that worked wonders for us, but you need A LOT of patience to get results. Dr. Sears has good advice as well.
It's tough, but you'll get through it. Just be consistent in your approach.
You can do the cry it out, but there's a lot of evidence that suggests that your child may not trust you as much...this makes discipline more difficult...
2006-09-11 15:01:44 · answer #2 · answered by The ~Muffin~ Man 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You might try reading to them instead of asking questions on this site repeatedly! If your kids are actually not tired, they are not going to sleep. Let them color or look at books, something quiet and nothing that will get them wound up. Did you let them nap too long this afternoon or sleep too late this morning? If so, this is the price you have to pay, baby!
2006-09-11 15:38:12 · answer #3 · answered by Tennessee Chick 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Depending on the age. If child is in a crib, the just leave him/her to cry it out. (They won't be mad at you in the morning.) If in a bed, put the child in the bed, and don't say anything, or make eye contact. Every time they get out, just keep putting them back in bed. Remember, you're the boss
2006-09-11 15:00:14 · answer #4 · answered by ballybabt 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
By consistently keeping him or her up all day (no naps). Be sure that the child gets a lot of fresh air during the daytime, and as much exercise as his or her age allows.
I'm sure you know to keep the child away from sugar and caffeine, and not to give him or her any liquids much after dinnertime.
2006-09-11 14:57:39 · answer #5 · answered by Holiday Magic 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If an infant, you can let the child cry for up to two hours in a crib... If older, discipline... Or, give him/her a book and a night light and send him to bed. Also, children under age 5 need a rest period everyday!!! Don't let your child be overstimulated during the day and that'll help w/ your bedtime routine.
2006-09-11 14:57:39 · answer #6 · answered by breaker_1020 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
it will be hard at first but you cant give in to them. You tell them it is time to go to bed... you go with them into their room have them lay down in their bed. If they get up you put them right back in the bed. Don't talk... just keep putting them back in their bed. This may take awhile and you May have to do it many many times but if you stick to your guns they will know they have no other choice than to go to sleep. You may have to repeat this for a few days and it will be difficult but in the end wit hen a few days they usually give in and when you say its time for bed they will stay in it.
2006-09-11 15:02:27 · answer #7 · answered by naomihank 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
nothing you can do ,if you do find out let me know I was just telling my sister about my 8 year old he will lay in his bed from 9:30 until 1 in the morning ,and I dont let him nap at all thru the day .I woke this morning at 7 he was jumping to turn his light out so he must have not slept any .Im going to take him to see his dr .I will let you know what he says ,I adopted him and his mother was a nite person stayed up all night and slept in mornings .But we will see .good luck to yah .
2006-09-11 15:00:30 · answer #8 · answered by Holly 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If it's an infant, let them cry to sleep.
If it's an older child, try warm cocoa and NO TV for an hour before, then reading or storytime.
If that doesn't work, try Scotch
(for you, not the kid.)
2006-09-11 15:00:04 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Tell them that it's either bedtime or they have to stay up and read the Bible.
Make your kids think they have options, give them the illusion of freedom, but make the alternative worse enough so that they will do what you want.
2006-09-11 14:56:50 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋