Understanding a Child’s Sensory Needs for Better Sleep

by Shannon Wassenaar | Jul 12, 2023 | Toddler, Preschooler, Big Kid

How to Help a Sensory Seeker Sleep BetterHow to Help a Sensory Avoider Sleep BetterGetting Curious About Your Child’s Sensory NeedsKey Takeaways I’m a sensory avoider. As a child, I needed an hour of quiet time before bed to wind down. I would struggle to sleep if the...

Sleep Pressure Explained: Recognizing When Your Child is Tired

by Shannon Wassenaar | Jul 12, 2023 | Toddler, Preschooler, Big Kid

Table of ContentsSleep Pressure and Wake Windows Are KeyYour Child May Be Overtired or UndertiredMore Factors to ConsiderKey Takeaways Do you ever feel like getting your child to fall asleep is impossible? You’ve created a perfect bedtime routine, read the books, sang...

Separation Anxiety at Bedtime: Understanding the Reasons

by Shannon Wassenaar | Jul 12, 2023 | Toddler, Preschooler, Big Kid

Reason 1: Your Child Has a One-Track MindReason 2: Your Child is Wired for Closeness With YouReason 3: Your Child Feels Things DeeplyA Bedtime Separation Solution: Building a Connection BridgeBedtime Behaviour is CommunicationKey Takeaways Your child is tired. You’ve...

Bedtime Fear Strategies: Why Kids Get Scared At Night And How To Help

by Shannon Wassenaar | Jul 12, 2023 | Toddler, Preschooler, Big Kid

Table of ContentsReason 1: Your Child Has a Growing ImaginationReason 2: Your Child is Adjusting to Stressful Life ChangesReason 3: Your Child Has Seen Something Unsettling Key Takeaways It’s time for bed, and your child starts crying. They look up at you with...

How To Improve Your Child’s Sleep Without Letting Them Cry It Out

by Shannon Wassenaar | Jul 12, 2023 | Toddler, Preschooler, Big Kid

Strategy 1: Bridge Bedtime Separation With ConnectionStrategy 2: Track Your Child’s Sleep NeedsStrategy 3: Switch Up the Bedtime RoutineKey Takeaways Common advice when struggling with a child’s sleep often involves “just letting them cry”,...

The Ultimate Guide to Toddler and Preschooler Sleep Struggles

by Shannon Wassenaar | Jul 11, 2023 | Toddler, Preschooler, Big Kid

Reason 1: Your Child is ScaredReason 2: Your Child Needs the Right Amount of SleepReason 3: Your Child Doesn’t Want You to LeaveReason 4: Your Child Needs Movement Before BedReason 5: Your Child Is Experiencing Something NewA New Perspective on Sleep StrugglesKey...