should a 7 year old BOY still sleep next to mommy?

Answer 1

Not every night, but nothing wrong if he had a nightmare

Answer 2

That would depend on several factors.
Is this happening every night or just from time to time?
Is this a comfort factor for him or for her?
Is it just the two of them in the household?
What is the size of the bed? (big difference between twin and king)
(not to be kinky) But are both of them clothed appropriately?
All in all I would say at that age it is not wrong for him to sleep with his mother. Some people may look more into something than what is there. Especially if she has not shown any sexual dis-function.
There is no law condemning the sleep arrangements. It is strictly open to interpretation of an individual and their up bringing.
The problem which may occur is that he or she may become extremely dependent upon their separation in the foreseeable future. Additionally once he becomes a pre-teen and teen it will not be comfortable for either one of them.
It will be very hostile if she were to bring another male into her life. (assuming that there is no adult male in the household).
This is just from my experience as male growing up, a husband, father and police officer.
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Answer 3

Heck no! You want this kid to be a mommies boy when he's 45 yrs old? That kid needed to have a bed, if not a room of his own, for years. Mommy needs her privacy and so does little laddie boy. Is she still diapering him, too? I'm not gonna say another word. The sensors might be listening.

Answer 4

A 7 year old should be in his own bed. People think that if we place rules on our kids or take away something they are used to that it will traumatize them for life. Please, kids will adapt to just about anything. As long as you set a routine, make sure he feels safe & secure, knows that mommy is still there, knows that mommy loves him no matter what... then change won't be so bad... my son is 2 and he has been sleeping in his own crib since before he turned 1. Grant it, there are nights that he wants to rest w/ me but, ultimately, he will never go to sleep on my bed b/c he's gotten used to falling asleep on his own, in his own bed... why is that.. b/c I kept him on a routine... he even gets his own blanket, runs to his room, calls for me to put him in his bed when it's time for him to sleep or take a nap during the day... again, kids can adapt to anything.. but b/c your son is 7 it may be a bit harder and may take a long time to get out of that habit...

learning to be independent and self-assured starts w/ the smallest things (one of them being sleeping in your own room)...

good luck & best wishes!

Answer 5

my brother does i do not see a prob mayb the child has difficulties adapting to different sleeping habits you know away from mommy if thats where the child has been since hes been born he will be there mayb a few more years until he knows that he is growing up and needs to cut the sleeping to mommy stuff give the child time they are all different

Answer 6

here is nothing wrong, as long as both you and his daddy are comfortable. May you want to find out from him why is he not sleeping by himself? Is he afraid of darkness? Or Is he have the habit that he need someone to be around? If these is true... I can say that he is feeling insecure?! Get night light and leave it on in his room while he is sleeping. You can keep him accompanied by reading books to him to put him to sleep. No horror and scary stories please, this will make wonder and frighten.

Answer 7

It depends on the situation. If it is negatively affecting the mother's relationship with her significant other, she may want to consider different sleeping arrangements.

There are many people who practice what is known as Attachment Parenting. Co-sleeping is a big part of this.

Answer 8

I think it does depend on the situation, and why you feel the child would feel the need to sleep next to mum. I personally believe that a child should be encouraged to sleep in their own bed at such an age, but don't see the sense in refusing a child the emotional security if he/she seeks it. Talking to your child about any apparent nightime fears may be a good starting point, and try to take steps to help them overcome any insecurities they may be feeling. A pleasant bedtime story with you sitting beside them on their own bed may help to rest a busy mind before sleep. Allowing them to fall asleep whilst you sit next to them on their bed will also encourage the pattern of sleeping in their own bed, and also allows them to feel safe in knowing that you are close by. If he/she does insist on sleeping with mum from time to time, and if you feel that this is causing issues between yourself and your partner, maybe you could suggest that the child sleep on a matress beside your own bed.

Rest assured knowing that his insecurities will pass, and he will be likely to grow out of it soon. It is important to take into consideration any emotional issues or insecurities that the child may be experiencing.

I hope this helps.

Answer 9

Reports say there is nothing wrong with that. In fact Native American children slept in the same bed with their whole family till they got married.

My daughter is a daddy's little girl and there is nothing wrong with her. Im not a Chester, she just feels safe with daddy right there. After all she is a 7 year old girl who goes though alot with her Leukemia issues, its the least I can do to make her feel like things are alright so she can rest her head soundly.

So no, there is absolutley nothing wrong with it.

Answer 10

I don't see anything wrong with it. He is still little but should be encouraged to sleep in his own bed most of the time. My son slept in my bed now and then up til he was about 9 yrs old.

Answer 11

yes 7 year old son can sleep next to mom, but when he turns 10 than he should sleep separatly. This is according to the teaching of islam and God is giving us advice and God's advice is always good.