Encouraging Positive Sleep Behavior and Bedtime Routines in Infants & Toddlers

Day2DayParenting Bed Time, Child Routines, Parent Routines, Sleep Routines

By Todd Wolynn, MD, MMM, IBCLC Kid’s Plus Pediatrics “My toddler has his own bed, but he won’t sleep in it. He will scream and cry until I bring him into my bed.” You present a toddler with a piece of chocolate and a piece of broccoli. You look at the toddler with love and kindness and say, “Now eat your …

Common Sleep Problems in Infants & Children

Tamara Guo Bed Time, Child Routines, Parent Routines, Sleep Routines

Sleep Behavior Problems are a Common Concern The Journal of Zero to Three (January 2009) states that “Sleep behavior problems are among the most frequent parental concerns in pediatric practice and counseling services.” As in-home therapists, we also encounter quite a few questions from parents on how to get their infants and toddlers to sleep through the night or how …

Steps to Establishing a Healthy Bedtime Routine

Day2DayParenting Bed Time, Child Routines, Parent Routines, Sleep Routines

Establishing Successful Bedtime Routines Children need to be taught bedtime routines and assisted in maintaining them.  Routines help children fall asleep and stay asleep successfully. Without bedtime routines, young children can feel disorganized and uncomfortable. Here are some ways to help your child feel confident and secure during bedtimes: Start quieting down after dinner. Play quiet games, read books, turn …