"My Child Won't Go To Sleep At Night"

[Unregistered]

What happens at home at bedtime is the parent's problem!

Frankly, I can't concern myself with how parents handle bedtime at home. I can give advice (and do when I'm asked) but if parents won't follow it, then that is not my problem.

Sometimes parents seem to forget that we are mandated by the state we live in to have a rest time. In my experience, kids fall asleep. They fall asleep because they're tired and they need the sleep. We have busy days here and they love nap time because they're wiped out.

Kids need more sleep than adults and that's a scientific fact. When children are sleep deprived, they tend to be sick more often and have a tougher time in school.

If the parents are committed to having a smooth bedtime, then they need to do what most of us do: be consistent! That's what works.

[Angelsj]

"Wow, that must really be annoying. And strange, because Little Billy sleeps great here. Why don't you tell me about your bedtime routine, and we will see if we can find the problem?"

Don't own it. It isn't your problem, but if they want some help finding a solution, why not?

[Gemma]

The families I have are the opposite. They want their kids to nap here because if they don't they are cranky and grumpy when they get home. .

mine tells me the same.