2007-03-02 15:04:24 · 6 answers · asked by Marie 1 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Toddler & Preschooler
I would tell her doctor about her sleepwalking. I would also keep the doors doubled locked and all things that can be dangerous to her and your family. They say that a sleepwalker will do things in their sleep that they don't normally do while they are awake. But I would talk to the doctor about it, he/she can fill you in on why and what to do.
2007-03-02 15:14:31 · answer #1 · answered by Dorothy 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There's no definitive cause for sleep walking in children, although there is some evidence that it is hereditary -- that is that sleep walking seems to run in families. There is evidence that being overtired, or taking medications that affect sleep can contribute to a sleepwalking episode. So, make sure your child isn't really tired and goes to bed at a regular, reasonable time. Also, some suggestions - make sure your child is in a safe bed (NOT A BUNK!) and that his/her room is safe when he/she goes to bed (no toys on the floor or other hazards). Make sure that YOU have a way of knowing that your child is up and about. That means, perhaps, having a baby monitor, or mounting a bedroom door alarm (there are inexpensive door alarms that travelers use in hotel rooms - battery operated and let you know if the door is opened) so you are aware that your sleepwalker is out and about. Often, a sleepwalker will speak as if awake. More often, the sleepwalker's emotions are unusual - very weepy or upset. Take heart, steer your sleepwalker back to bed, stay until he/she has returned to "passive" sleep and go back to bed -- more than one episode per night is HIGHLY unusual. And, if it's any consolation, my daughter grew out of it by age 11. Good luck! Victoria
2007-03-02 23:23:08 · answer #2 · answered by Victoria L 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Sleepwalking is caused by being over-tired. You should talk to a doctor, and until then have your child take a nap during the day.
2007-03-03 23:49:48 · answer #3 · answered by Jen 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm a sleepwalker as is my 5yr old. And i cant agree more than with what Victoria L said.
2007-03-03 00:03:10 · answer #4 · answered by survivedlasvegas 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i use to sleep walk all the time, no problem! its just caused by stress, changes in hormones. It will most likely stop soon.
2007-03-02 23:18:00 · answer #5 · answered by Jay 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
my sugestions is you better ask an expert about that..........
2007-03-02 23:11:53 · answer #6 · answered by ~nothing^^~ 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋