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Does your preschooler have trouble settling down at night?\u00a0 Does he suddenly get very needy at bedtime or have trouble staying in bed? Getting children to bed at night can sometimes be a struggle, but well rested children are generally happier and healthier.\u00a0 Here are some suggestions to start them on the right track.<\/span><\/p>\n

Limit Screen Time\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n

Children need lots of active play time to discover new things that stretch their minds and move their bodies. \u00a0 It is especially beneficial to turn the electronics off in the evening to keep your child from becoming overstimulated.\u00a0 His brain needs time to unwind before bed, so turning off all electronics an hour or more before bedtime will help.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Get in a Routine<\/span><\/h4>\n

Next, find a bedtime routine that works for your family and stick with it.\u00a0 Preschoolers are creatures of habit and thrive on consistency and routine.\u00a0 Include calming, peaceful elements such as a bath, soft music, sensory bottles, and reading stories in your routine.\u00a0 He may also benefit from white noise to signal his brain that it is time to sleep.\u00a0 Choose a bedtime that will ensure he is getting 10-13 hours of sleep each night.\u00a0 Try to keep loud noises and active play to a minimum during this time.<\/span><\/p>\n

First things first<\/span><\/h4>\n

Make sure all his needs are taken care of before saying goodnight. Feed him a healthy, filling dinner.\u00a0 Have him use the bathroom one last time and get a quick drink.\u00a0 Let him choose a comfort item to sleep with to feel secure.\u00a0 Try not to go back to his room after saying goodnight. This will encourage him to fall asleep on his own.\u00a0 If he keeps getting out of his bed, take him back to his bed repeatedly and leave again.\u00a0 Do not make it a big deal or draw a lot of attention to it and he should drop the habit sooner rather than later.<\/span><\/p>\n

It is never too late to teach healthy sleeping habits to your child.\u00a0 Be consistent and it will pay off with a good night\u2019s sleep for everyone!<\/span><\/p>\n

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