I often receive questions from parents about their child's particular sleep issues. Many of the struggles have been addressed in the series, Quiet Night, Happy Night. As with all aspects of parenting, these struggles require us to understand our child and adapt things accordingly. We can change ...
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Quiet Night, Happy Night
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. Unwind for bedtime
Help your children relax limb by limb. You can create a fun, playful game that teaches your children the important skills of body awareness and how to relax one's own body. This is important body control and may prove handy for a long time. Begin by encouraging your child, who is already in bed, to take ...
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. Nighttime fears
Kids have fears. Some kids have many and others not so much. Regardless, the dark, quiet, solitude of night can bring up fears for even the most settled. Whether your kids cry-it-out or get snuggled endlessly during those dark hours, nighttime fears require a different approach. Fears are not rationale and therefore cannot be ignored or ...
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. Bedtime Breathing
Here is a fun exercise that your kids will love! You might too. Bedtime Breathing by the Sleep Fairy Teach your child the value of controlled, slow breathing. It’s an easy relaxation technique they’ll be able to use on their own. Breathe slowly and deeply, in... and out... Breathe in calm and happy, breathe out worries. Breathe in warm ...
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