mydaughter is 21mnths and still cant get her to sleep though the night even with no nap new baby come in feb?

Answer 1

I had the same problem. I have to say, as bad as it sounds, I think I was surprised by the fact that if I waited just a little bit she would put herself back to sleep. I tended to jump and comfort her everytime she got up. Which really messes up how they teach themselves how to fall back to sleep. It isn't easy to do I know. I also would leave a bottle of water in her crib (is she still on bottles) and she would grab that and go back to sleep. That probably isnt the best method, but it did work. Hope some part of that helps. It is so difficult to deal with especially when you are expecting. Best of luck.
Oh and I agree with the other people who think depriving her of a nap will NOT help.

Answer 2

Believe it or not, taking a nap actually helps a child sleep better at night. Children don't sleep well when they're OVER tired. Try reading the book "Healthy Sleep Habits, Happy Child" by Marc Weissbluth. My friends and I all swear by the advice the guy gives. We all have small children who take good naps, AND sleep up to 12 hours at night!

Answer 3

Some say it is an old wife's tale but it worked for me! Take the baby's bed and make it up and when you put her to bed for the night put her head toward the foot of the bed. My child got his day's and night's all mixed up and after 2 month's I was ready to try just about anything...just remember you don't have to let anyone know that you did it or are even willing to try it. This Old lady also told me that Mylanta (like you take for indigestion) the liquid would get rid of diaper rash if you put it on the child's bottom when you change it's diaper and this worked also. Good luck with whatever you try.

Answer 4

OK may sound strange but i have found with my daughter ( who is nearly 3 !!!! ) that i give her a bath, etc then before i put her to bed i place a hot water bottle in her bed before putting her in ( remove before putting her in the bed )
this seems to have done the trick its worth a try,
i was also worried that id be up all night with a new baby and toddler but touch wood she is sleeping through now.
if she does need a sleep during the day i limit her to 1 hr and make sure its before 1pm she seems ready for bed again by 7pm
good luck its not easy x x x x

Answer 5

i think you should try giving here a nap during the day it will probably help her sleep at night

Answer 6

Is she warm enough? I know it sounds silly, but my grandmother used to swear by it. onesies, socks, and pajamas. what feels warm to you doesn't always feel warm to a baby and they often kick off their covers. babies like to feel safe - and being bundled up also helps with that - now you don't want them to sweat obviously, but her feet may be colder than you think - try it.

good luck.