2006-10-24 10:26:54 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous in Family & Relationships ➔ Family
You might like to try putting a little Lavender Oil on her neck before she goes to sleep and putting a little dim nightlight in her room to make her feel comfortable. Are you reading a bedtime story to her before she goes to sleep? Children need to have comfort and really, all children need to grow up to have proper role models placed into their psyches while they are young and developing. I also always prescribe Cod liver oil for the DHA and EPA if you want a smart little one because the brain is made of 25% DHA and you likely didn't eat enough seafood while you were pregnant. Not going to sleep means the brain is over active and with hyperactive children in autism we give Cod liver oil to soothe their overactivity. Also we give them 1/2 cup of epsom salts in their baths to soothe their stress levels. You might try that. And try a cup for yourself sometimes when you really want to relax. It's like being somewhat in the ocean. You'll get magnesium sulfate into the body, which the body is obviously hungry for. Good luck. The child should go to sleep and have very good dreams if you follow my advice. If it doesn't work, write to clairaudient at peoplepc.com. I prescribe for children who are autistic so should be able to manage one child who can't sleep.
2006-10-24 10:57:35 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have six children. I have been down this road many times. I know how easy it is to pull her into bed when you are very tired, but that is going to be the key here. We have had the best success with putting the child back to bed immediately, every time she gets up. It is hard, it is frustrating, and it is by no means a quick solution, but it is the best one we have found. If you give in and pull her into bed with you, it will set you back a few weeks because she will hope you will do it again. Another suggestion would be to ask her why she comes to your bed? I know 2-1/2 seems young, but if you are patient and persistent in asking you may be able to learn her motivation. Does she need a night light? A stuffed toy for security? A drink? Reassurance that Mommy is still nearby? Try to get to the root of the issue and be adamant about her not sleeping in your bed. Above all, don't punish her. She comes for a reason, not because she is naughty. Best of luck to you.
2016-05-22 10:06:39 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Depends on her activities during the day, and what she eats before bed. Initially you have to set a time for bed, then take the following steps. Since she is two, she really should be in bed and sleep by 7 pm. 1) make sure she does not take a nap during the day after 1pm. 2) Make sure she doesn't have any sugar or any substance containing sugar before bed. 3) Give her a small cup of warm milk... this gives a chemical reaction, makes you sleepy). 4) Read her a story while in bed. and she will go to sleep. Make this a routine, the same time every night.
2006-10-24 12:01:43 · answer #3 · answered by ricepat2000 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If she's having trouble sleeping, I would suggest talking to her doctor about ways to help this problem or possible causes.
I would suggest starting a nighttime ritual. Say, taking a bath, then puttin on pj's then reading a book before bed. You could also do something more simple like just having a 'wind down' time before bedtime. Also, you want to make sure you are consistent in your rituals and your set bedtime. Also, kids have a lot of energy so maybe burning more during the day (taking her to the park after dinner so she can run around).
If these things don't work, then you can talk to her doctor about other options.
2006-10-24 10:32:19 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
We need more information about what your routine is. Can you amend the question to provide more information and maybe also what you have tried already.
I know its tough, I have two small children, One had a very hard time sleeping through the night while the other seemed to adapt very easily.
Hang in there. It was pass.
: )
2006-10-24 10:30:36 · answer #5 · answered by sjconline 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
well there can be many reasons that your daughter cant sleep at night... well if she sleeps by herself now then she can barely be trying to cope with not having you in the same room... or another reason can be that she is still trying to cope with her " nightmares " and dont worry she will learn to cope with it but you can bay her but dont give her too much attention because she might get used to it... good luck
2006-10-24 10:31:00 · answer #6 · answered by medical student 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
does she take a nap in the afternoon? do you let her have caffeine in any foods or drinks? is she afraid of monsters?i do wish you would of stated more about the problem. it is really hard to say more about it without knowing.i know that can really be hard on you, i hope you find the reason and she becomes a better sleeper.
2006-10-24 10:35:01 · answer #7 · answered by wisdom 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
maybe she takes too long of a nap in the daytime or she is testing you and you need to spank her when she will not go to bed and go to sleep or maybe you put her to bed too early
2006-10-24 10:30:14 · answer #8 · answered by valgal115 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
cut her nap time and keep her active. put her on a scheduled bedtime, the same time every night.
2006-10-24 10:45:34 · answer #9 · answered by lolo123392000 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Does she just stay up and play or cry? I need more details
2006-10-24 10:30:18 · answer #10 · answered by Issues 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋