My toddler is d/Deaf or hard of hearing and transitioning to bedtime is a struggle. What can I do? It’s no secret that young children thrive on routine and predictability. Like most toddlers, children who are d/Deaf and hard of hearing benefit from clear communication and predictable transitions [...]
Troubleshooting: how can I help my older toddler sleep? Consistency and predictability are so important! But, there’s no one size fits all fix. Predictability and choice are important to many preschoolers. Putting the bedtime routine on a visual schedule for your child (and you) can help keep [...]
My child has developmental delays. What should I know about her sleep? Children with developmental delay take longer to reach their milestones than others of the same age. They may be late to use the potty or may still have tantrums long after their peers. In just the same way, they can take longer [...]
How can I help my child with autism settle down and get ready for bed? Many children with autism and other developmental conditions have difficulty calming down and preparing for sleep. The first goal is to help them understand the elements of the bedtime routine. A visual schedule and consistent [...]
How can I help my toddler or preschooler follow directions at bedtime? Toddlers and preschoolers can have a tough time listening and following directions at bedtime – regardless of how easy it is for them to do those things during the day. This is often because everyone is tired at bedtime. [...]
What is a bedtime routine chart? A bedtime routine chart is a chart that lists a set of activities that your child can do in a specific order before bedtime. For example, he might have dinner, watch television, brush his teeth, take a bath, put his pajamas on, and then do a quiet activity in his [...]
What is a good age to start a bedtime chart? Children between 18-months and 2-years-old can start using a bedtime chart. The most important thing about a bedtime chart, though, is not the chart itself but more that you teach your little one what the chart means. Make it a fun activity that you do [...]
My son has behavior problems. How do I help him sleep? For little ones that have behavioral difficulty during the day, bedtime can certainly be a challenge. Here are a few things that might help make bedtime a bit easier for you and your family. Be sure to have a consistent bedtime and bedtime [...]
My little one has many different caregivers at bedtime depending on the night because of my work schedule. How can I make sure she sleeps well? Having different caregivers at night is not necessarily a problem, and may help your child become more flexible about her sleep routine! What will help [...]