Many have faced the problem of putting their child to bed. Parents so want to enjoy their free time, and the process of falling asleep is delayed or the baby is very capricious. What to do with this, and how to consolidate the positive result, this article will tell.
Instructions
Step 1
You can write a lot about the daily routine, about active and quiet games, about food before bed, and so on. However, imagine yourself if you will fall asleep calmly if you are worried about hunger or headache? I think that the process of falling asleep in this case will rather turn into torture …
First of all, pay attention to the physiological needs of the child. Ask yourself the following questions:
1. Is the baby healthy? Check his body temperature, whether his nose is breathing well, in children who have learned to speak, you can ask if they have any pain.
Step 2
2. Does the child want to use the toilet? A baby should have a diaper changed, even if it is a little wet. If a preschooler resists going to the potty, it is better not to insist - our task is to put the child to bed as calmly as possible, and not to arrange a reprimand for disobedience.
Step 3
3. Does the environment in the room interfere with falling asleep? Check the temperature of the room, it may be worthwhile to ventilate a little, if it is stuffy, if the light from the window bothers the child. Do not overuse nightlights, they should not be bright and shine in the face.
Step 4
4. Does the child want to eat? Most babies fall asleep at night only after feeding. Nobody talks about a three-course meal for a child. However, hunger is anxiety-provoking and therefore interferes with falling asleep. To eliminate the problem, a slice of apple, a slice of cheese, a glass of yogurt or kefir are suitable.
Step 5
5. Is the child clean? You may be surprised, but it is not necessary to bathe your baby with foam every day. It is enough to observe hygiene rules: wash your hands, wash your cheeks and lips, brush your teeth and wash your intimate places.
