He climbs – how can I keep him in the crib? Typically, I recommend keeping your little one in a crib as long as it is safely possible. If your little one has tried to climb out once, it may help to offer a small reward for staying in the crib. Once they’re climbing out consistently, it is not [...]
Should I put a night light in his room? You can absolutely put a nightlight in your baby’s room. This may be particularly helpful as he grows up and common nighttime fears may develop. When considering a nightlight, first, make sure that it does not involve the use of any electronics. For [...]
How do I get him to stay in his room overnight? Getting a toddler to stay in his room overnight can be tough. Start by creating a bedroom environment that is relaxing, dark, and quiet, with or without a nightlight. Be sure to have very clear expectations and to be consistent. If he comes to you in [...]
What time do little ones wake in the morning? In general, if your little one is old enough to sleep through the night, waking up between 6:00 and 7:30 a.m. is typical. If you have a little one who wakes very early, such as 4:00 a.m., go ahead and treat that early morning waking like a night [...]
What is a good morning light? Sometimes children get up too early in the morning and need some help learning how to stay in bed a bit longer. One way to help your little one learn when it is okay to get up in the morning is to use a “good morning light.” A good morning light is simply a [...]
How can I get her to sleep with the light off? When toddlers have the light on, it probably means they are afraid of the dark. To help your little one become more comfortable being alone in the dark there a few things you can do. First, have some fun in the dark. You can play a game in the dark or [...]
Is it OK for my toddler to sleep with a nightlight? Being afraid of the dark is a normal experience for young children. Using a nightlight can be a simple fix – nightlights are not bad for sleep. If your child wants the main light on, that can be a problem and disrupt sleep. However, if you have [...]
How can I get my preschooler to wake up later? Many little ones wake up early! Install a good morning light, or even easier, a nightlight on a timer, to teach them when it is ok to call for you and start the day. Set it to turn on at 6:00 a.m. and tell your little one that is when it’s time to [...]