Hello everyone! My daughter (6) used to be a fantastic sleeper. However, in January she broke her ankle and this led to her waking some throughout the night. This was fine because she fell back asleep quickly but over the last few weeks this has turned into her staying awake once she wakes up. When I ask why she can’t sleep she just says that her room is spooky. I know it’s perfectly normal for kids her age to be scared of the dark. I’m adamant that we are not going to start staying with her until she’s asleep as I don’t want to create a bad habit. Last night, for instance, she was awake from 1:30-3 AM and only fell asleep when I threatened to not let her play her Switch today but I don’t want to do this and put more pressure on her and add to her anxiety. Any suggestions on how I can help her sleep through the night?
Helping your daughter overcome her fear of the dark is a great first step in getting her back to a regular sleeping schedule. Here are a few suggestions to help her feel more comfortable in her bedroom: Place a night light in her room. This can help her feel less scared of the dark and […]
Am I expecting too much of my 5 year old if I think she should be self advocating without issue and not having any tantrums?
It is important to remember that children are still developing and learning at the age of 5. While it is important to encourage self-advocacy, it is unrealistic to expect a 5 year old to have no issues or tantrums. Children of this age are still learning to manage their emotions, and it is important for […]
My 2.5 year old finds it really hard to socialise with other toddlers, any methods or techniques we can try to help here?
Helping your 2.5 year old become more comfortable around other toddlers can be a challenge, but there are a few methods and techniques you can use that may help: 1. Start Slow: Begin by introducing your child to small groups of other toddlers in a controlled environment, such as a playdate at your home or […]
parenting techniques or methods to help parents be effective and supportive for their 7 year old with ADHD
Set Clear Expectations: Establishing clear expectations for behavior and performance can help your 7 year old understand what is expected of them. Provide clear instructions and rules so your child knows what is expected of them. This can help reduce behavioral issues. Create Structure: Establish a routine and provide structure for your child. This can […]
Books for mothers struggling without support from their own mothers?
Books for Mothers Struggling Without Support From Their Own Mothers The Mother Daughter Project: How Mothers and Daughters Can Band Together, Beat the Odds, and Thrive Through Adolescence by SuEllen Hamkins Motherless Daughters: The Legacy of Loss by Hope Edelman The Mother-Daughter Relationship: A Guide for Unraveling the Tangled Strands of Love, Jealousy and Anger […]
how to wash a 3 year old child’s hair without water falling on her face? Please provide several methods with descriptions
Method 1: Put a plastic shower cap over the child’s head before you start shampooing and conditioning the hair. This will help keep the water from getting on the child’s face. Method 2: Have the child lean forward while their hair is being washed. This will keep the water from getting on the child’s face. […]
my 7-month old baby ate about a pea sized amount of homemade salt dough (recipe used 1:4 ratio of salt to flour) before I could get it out of her mouth. I rinsed the residue out of her mouth and got it out as fast as possible. Is there any threat to her health, should I take her to the doctor?
No, there is no threat to your baby’s health in this situation. The amount of salt that your baby ingested was very small, and the body can easily process this amount without any harm to the baby. It is recommended that you monitor your baby for any adverse effects, such as vomiting, stomach ache, or […]
Book recommendations for 6 year old who is an advanced reader?
The Magic Tree House Series by Mary Pope Osborne The Ramona Series by Beverly Cleary The Chronicles of Narnia by C.S. Lewis A Series of Unfortunate Events by Lemony Snicket The Harry Potter Series by J.K. Rowling The Indian in the Cupboard by Lynne Reid Banks The Wolves of Willoughby Chase by Joan Aiken The […]
what food should feed to 1.5 years old boy.
Fruits: apples, bananas, oranges, pears, peaches, melons, blueberries, strawberries, etc. Vegetables: broccoli, carrots, squash, sweet potatoes, green beans, etc. Protein: soft cooked eggs, small pieces of cooked chicken, tuna, yogurt, cottage cheese, etc. Grains: whole-grain cereal, oatmeal, whole-grain toast, etc. Healthy fats: Avocados, nut butters, small amounts of olive oil, etc. #1.5YearsOldBoy #Food #Fruits #Vegetables […]
1.5 year old kid vaccination
Recommended Vaccinations for 1.5 Year Olds DTaP (diphtheria, tetanus, and acellular pertussis) Hib (Haemophilus influenzae type b) IPV (inactivated poliovirus) PCV13 (pneumococcal conjugate vaccine) RV (rotavirus) MMR (measles, mumps, and rubella) HepA (hepatitis A) Varicella (chickenpox) #vaccination #1.5year #kid Your Top 10 Google Results: Baby Vaccines at 12 to 23 Months | CDC What vaccines […]