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Title: How To Get Your Child To Sleep Through The Night
Category: Happy
Blog Entry: How To Get Your Child To Sleep Through The Night Some good tips on how to get your child to sleep through the night. A child that wakes frequently during the night disrupts the entire household. It doesn't matter if your little insomniac is an infant, a toddler, or an older child; frequent sleep interruptions are unhealthy. Intervention is necessary. Make Sleep a Priority Most children under the age of 12 need 10 to 12 hours of sleep a night. If your child does not get adequate rest, sleeping disorders quickly develop. One way to prevent issues with sleep patterns is to make sleep a priority. • Decrease physical and mental stimulation as bedtime approaches. • Set a bedtime and stick to it. Do not alter the bedtime on the weekends or as a special reward. • If your child appears tired during the day, allow them to nap for a few minutes until they establish a healthy sleep pattern. • A daily routine that includes regular exercise and a set start time for each day encourages healthy sleep habits. Preparing for Bedtime A bedtime routine helps your child gear down for the evening. • Decrease the amount of fluid consumed two hours before bedtime to eliminate potty-breaks during the night. Avoid caffeine and sugar at least five hours before bed as well. • Encourage your child to choose a stuffed animal or blanket to take to bed every evening for comfort. • Play soothing music, watch a few minutes of non-stimulating television in the evening, or read a book at bedtime. have a nice day