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Encouraging good sleeping habits

 

Good sleeping habits are very important for your child’s development. Children need to learn good sleeping habits they do not come naturally. A good bedtime routine is essential for establishing good sleep        patterns. Establish a sleep plan which all adults in the house agree to.

 

Tips to consider include:

 

· Children over 6 months old do not require food or drink during the night so stop night feeds after 6 months before they become a habit which will be hard to break.

· Re establish routines as soon as possible after a break due to illness, holidays etc.

· Give children calm down time preferably without electronics for an hour before bed.

· Try not to allow your child to fall asleep on the sofa as they need to learn to self soothe – fall asleep by themselves.

· Try to include a story or reading as part of a bedtime routine.

Choose a time that is convenient to start to establish a new bedtime routine.

· Be firm, consistent and confident.

 

You can do this!

 

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