At 2-3 years old, children experience the first age crisis, which psychologists often call a crisis of independence. It is at this time that it is recommended to wean the child from the parental bed.
Instructions
Step 1
So that a night's sleep in a separate bed does not turn out to be stressful for the baby, you can start with a compromise solution. At night, continue to sleep with him on his parents' bed, and during the day to put one to bed. Over time, he will get used to the fact that his crib is also a great sleeping place.
Step 2
Observe the daily routine. If your baby is naughty, be strict, but don't scream. In a calm voice, explain to your son or daughter that the arrows on the clock are already showing sleep and it's time to go to bed. The same time of getting up and going to bed will greatly facilitate the weaning from the parental bed.
Step 3
If the child categorically refuses to sleep without a mother, take a large soft toy with you. On the first night, she can lie somewhere at her feet, and then gradually move her closer to the baby. Over time, the toy should be positioned between mom and baby. You can go for a little trick. Buy a toy in the form of a backpack and put a heating pad inside at night. The kid will quickly get used to the warm toy.
Step 4
Place a baby bed next to the parent's bed. Move the baby's sleeping place a few centimeters away every day. Do not forget to put his favorite toy next to him, say sweet words, tell fairy tales and wish good night.
Step 5
The process of weaning a child from the parent's bed can take several months. We'll have to be patient.
Step 6
If all the methods described above do not help, you should think about the psychological climate in the family. Perhaps the parents often quarrel or the child is afraid of the darkness and loneliness. There can be many reasons. By 3-4 years old, the baby should calmly fall asleep in his bed, without waking up at night and without showing anxiety. If this is not the case, consult a child psychologist.
Step 7
One fine night, your little one will fall asleep alone for the first time in his bed. In the morning, explain to him that he is great, praise, encourage something. Positive motivation can work wonders at times.
Step 8
If a child falls asleep in his bed, but still comes to his parents at night, there is no need to worry. When this happens for the first time, a son or daughter needs to be reassured, say a few warm words, walk him to his bed, cover him with a blanket, and sit with him a little. For the second time, only caresses and repetition of actions are enough. Communication with words should be excluded. For the third time, simply escort the baby to his crib, lay him down and leave the room. Over time, the child will understand that the decision to lay him apart is final, and will get used to it.
