I have a 7 year old that goes to bed at normal time, reads for a while then lights out - bed. But he doesnt go to sleep for ages and can still be awake at 10.30pm. He lies there singing, reading by the light of the open door, goes to the toilet 4 times, talks to his toys and plays in bed! He just isnt tired! Any ideas? He has a good bedtime routine, always has done it just doesnt calm him enough for sleep!
2007-02-11 00:06:40 · 24 answers · asked by jumbo remote 2 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Grade-Schooler
The large mallot is unneccessary. Young children only require a small mallot.
One thing that is misssing is when he gets up in the morning. A 7 YO will easily sleep at least 8-9 hours. If he is home schooled and "school" doesn't start until 10AM, he's probably sleeping late. Not only do children need a set bedtime, they also need a set arise time.
If he tends to be the couch potato, he may not be getting enough physical activity to wear him down. Get him off the XBox and into some physical activity. Baseball, soccer, skating, running, or even a treadmill.
If non of the above works, well, maybe the larger mallot is a good choice.
2007-02-11 05:16:10 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yeah, if I were u I would just make him play harder during the day, and no naps. I was just lookin at 911 nanny and this women had the same problem so they took thier toys out of the room at night so that they know that it is not play time but sleepy time. also I would try putting the child to bed earlier. My daughter is 4 and the way I do her is there is a clock in her room I tell her when it is this time it is time to go to sleep so I let her play all she want to and then I ask her what time do the clock say and if its her bedtime she go to bed.
2007-02-11 00:22:25 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
A large mallet? No, seriously, how is he in the mornings? If he is fine and well all day he may just not need much sleep, if you find that you are letting him sleep in or nap during the day then don't (I realise this will be unpleasant for both of you for a bit) and his sleeping pattern will settle. Also avoid sugary drinks, cholcolate or anything with artificial additives in it a few hours before bed time as caffeine, sugar and chemicals may be stimulating him so much that he is unable to sleep. Also, if he has a TV in his room take it out, despite his protests to the contrary he will not die without it!
2007-02-11 00:13:34 · answer #3 · answered by 'H' 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Is he getting up on time and getting done on time in the morning? If not, I have a little rule that works well - if you don't get up and get done on time in the morning your bedtime gets moved back 1/2 hour that night. You might also want to not let him read in bed - I read somewhere that if your bedroom is an active place - reading, watching T.V. - you'll have trouble sleeping - still let him read but make him read somewhere else. Maybe make the rule once you're in bed that's it - no getting out of bed, no reading, etc. - we had to do that with our 10 year old daughter.
2007-02-12 02:00:21 · answer #4 · answered by Zabes 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Seven yr olds are very active physically and mentally, so its normal for him to have a hard time going to sleep. Sounds like you are doing everything right. Wonder what time he gets up in the a.m. If it's 7:30 am he still has 9 hrs of sleep which should be good for his age. I know it makes it hard on Mom and Dad though and very frustrating. Maybe if you got him up earlier if it fits your schedule he may fall asleep earlier. Good Luck, I went through this 4 times!
2007-02-11 00:13:55 · answer #5 · answered by ginger 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hi there,
Have you tried giving him chamomile tea made with milk. That usually works also a light hand massage using lavender oil also tends to help calm children down.
What sort of stories is he reading - they may be a little too exciting for him and getting his imagination working overtime - maybe readnig should be done half an hour before he has to settle down to sleep instead of in bed.
Hope these suggestions help.
2007-02-11 00:23:00 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
sorry no help to you on this one ive got same problem the only thing i tried was getting them up early in the morning so there tired earlier at night worked for a few days then back to the drawing board .Another way tell them they stay up later at weekends as there no school if the go to sleep earlier through the week thats all i try second works the best hes sleeping for 8 now
2007-02-11 00:14:50 · answer #7 · answered by jorli 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My daughter was exactly the same as your son! She is 22 now, but all through her growing years she had the same problem. Now that she is older she says that it was so boring for her being in bed and unable to sleep. I feel quite bad now 'cos I know what it's like to stay in bed and not be able to sleep.
We are all different and need different amounts of sleep. What I would suggest is to allow your son to stay up an hour or so later, as sleep can't be forced, it might be better for him to at least have less time up in his room alone.
I hope this helps.
2007-02-11 00:24:39 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
I went through that problem when I was your son's age, (now I am 34) and my mother would give me something to eat such as a few soda crachers. SOmetimes I will read my books under the covers with a flashlight, and I will get sleepy and put the flashlight away, and try to go to sleep. It worked for me.
2007-02-11 00:14:08 · answer #9 · answered by Pauly W 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
getting him up an hour earlier in the morning try going outside playing ball tag walking after supper get him tired then have him take a nice warm bath read him a story maybe watch a lil tv rub his back ive done all this with my 5 year old and it helps ...good luck
2007-02-11 04:23:08 · answer #10 · answered by ? 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋