Bedtime: Puppets
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Bedtime Shenanagans & Noise
Asked by M.K. from Chicago
on April 25, 2008
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BACKGROUND: My daughter is 26 months old and sleeps in her crib. She is very happy in her crib and I do not intend on moving her to a bed until she shows signs of wa...
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- put the baby in pack and play for two or three nights in your room and let her scream it out. it is hard to do - but the only thing that will work.
- Here is a crib tent online that may solve the problem - it is a netting over top and sides of crib: http://www.csnbaby.com/asp/show_detail.asp?sku=XI1001&refid=FR51-X...
- I just read your response in the "what happened" section, and just have to say - as your son gets older, he will have his opportunities to get even with his sister! H...
Fear of Shadows at Bedtime
Asked by S.D. from Victoria
on April 8, 2008
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Hi Everyone!
My 5 year old is beginning to sleep in his own bed while sharing a room with my 9 mo old. He cries at night before going to bed (just after dinner) about...
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- I didn't get a chance to read the other responses, but I tried something that worked well for my girls. I went to Walmart and found a purse-sized spray of OUST air fr...
- I had the same problem with my boys. The oldest was easy because him and daddy were buds and he would go in with him and read to him or tuck him in bed and he liked t...
- S., I'm sorry that you are having trouble with your five year old at night. You could try to make shadows more friendly by playing a game with them. Create or find a ...
Seeking 12 Month Old Routine
Asked by L.F. from New York
on March 21, 2008
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Hi. What do you do with your 12 month old, especially in the morning? Mine takes a long nap now around 10:00 (about 1.5 to 2 hours) then it's time for lunch. At thi...
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- L., I'm sure when the schedule kicked in, it was great having your baby sleep 2 great naps a day! Now, you are prob bored to tears. First thing is first that the ...
- When my kids were 12 months old they were getting ready to transition to one nap a day. So, we would get up around 7:30am and then go out and run errands. I was care...
- hi - my doctor said that by 12 months they should be down to one nap a day. i waited until 14 months b/c i really felt that my son needed the morning nap still. try ...
Daughter Keeps Saying That She's Scared...
Asked by L. from Dallas
on August 8, 2007
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My 2 yr. old daughter keeps telling us that she is scared of things. Sometimes, it seems like she is just startled by something, like when one of our cats runs around...
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- my daughter is doing the same thing right now (she's three) - from shadows, to the dark, and pictures in books - i think its normal and hopefully just a phase :)
- I noticed my son does weird stuff like that now. Things that never bothered him before (lawn mower sounds, thunderstorms - which are common fears I know) are very frig...
- My almost three year old when through the 2 year old paranoia stage. :) The blinds in her room turned in to a monster, the sweet little bunny outside was somewhere i...
Mommy Help...
Asked by J.A. from Yuma
on November 12, 2008
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Alright I need help, I have had the hardest time controling my anger toward my 3yr old. He is refusing to take naps, and then if there is a possibility that a nap is t...
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- J., I can really sympathize. My daughter turns three in January. She back talks like a teenager. I really hate to say this, but he may be out growing naps. See if ...
- Hi J., It sounds like you're really frustrated and needing some time for you. Avoid the spanking trap, especially because it sounds like you're spanking out of your ow...
- He might be seeking attention. Because you have a new baby, you might be unintentionally giving him less one-on-one time than he was accustomed to before he had a sibl...
I Need Help with Before Bed Time Activities
Asked by P.C. from Los Angeles
on August 31, 2009
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Hi moms, I need some advice on what to do for my 19 month old for winding down before bed. Here is the thing, it is taking an hour each night to get him to sleep after...
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- You DEFINITELY need to start the whole routine earlier. Not just thinking of it as a "bedtime routine"... BUT as an "evening routine." Because that is what it is....c...
- I would start your routine around 7:15, sounds like he's over tired by the time he's done w/bath... and all he wants is to nurse at that point.
- What I would suggest is first to start the bedtime at 7pm and you do a nice relaxing long bath with him with essential oils such as camomile and bath salts to help him...
My Daughter Is Now Scared to Sleep in Her Room Because of Shadows........
Asked by A.P. from Oklahoma City
on September 8, 2008
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This is all so new, all the sudden she asked her daddy what was on the ceiling, and he told her they were shadows. Then she was scared to stay in there. She has slept...
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- I think all kids go through thsi stage, it is tough being in a room all by yourself. Just think it is big dark and lots of strange things around. Have you tried laying...
- Hi.. I think all of the suggestions so far are great ones. Trying to get her to understand what makes the shadows is probably the best way to go. But.. if you si...
- Sounds completely normal to me. She'll get there. If you don't have to push it don't. Make that room the best room in the house. You and Dad should start hanging o...
Help Me with New Nap Time Troubles!
Asked by H.1. from Des Moines
on January 19, 2012
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I asked this same question yesterday, but looking for more advice!
My 20 month old son has been in his big boy bed for about a week. Night time is no trouble - he s...
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- The novelty of being able to get up out of his bed is more than likely more tempting during daylight. Make his room as dark as possible so it resembles nighttime, and...
- This might not have anything to do with a different bed. It's possible he is growing and needs a different schedule. I would try following his lead a bit for a few d...
- What is he doing in his room instead of sleeping. I took the approach with my daughter that there will be no toys in the bedroom. It is strictly a place to sleep. A...
4 Year Old Acting up in Daycare-just Started, Please HELP!!!
Asked by A.L. from Austin
on July 16, 2010
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My four year old is just now starting to act up at daycare. He has been going to the same daycare since he was two years old. He has had transition problems (changin...
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- How is the new teacher with him? I remember my son was doing this years ago and I noticed one day when we were in the store the teacher came over and he started runni...
- HI A., This is so hard... I had to deal with some of this with my son and it's no fun to feel or be told that your son is a "problem." My advice is to meet with th...
- Something is going on at the daycare and you need to make a surprise visit.
Stay at Home Schedule
Asked by N.M. from San Antonio
on July 18, 2008
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I am looking to create a daily schedule for our 4 year old. Some thing from 8AM wake up time to 8 or 8:30 PM sleep time. Some basic activities, structured play, he is ...
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- I also have a very active child. And I agree with Umber... it's a hard thing, but get rid of the TVs! We actually have one TV, but we don't even have an antennae to ge...
- N., sorry I don't have a ton of advice! I have a three year old and a seven month old and am a stay at home mom... planning on homeschooling as well. I just wanted t...
- Hi N., I know how hard it is to have a baby and a four year old. That was us last year! My advice to you might seem crazy, but it works really great for us: G...
