It’s not uncommon for toddlers to resist taking naps or not going to bed. Have you ever asked yourself: Why is my toddler not going to sleep?
More often than not, this resistance is due to the fact that little ones are too busy to slow their bodies down. Separation anxiety and the desire to be with mom or dad can also contribute to this sleep resistance. Furthermore, limit testing (where children will go to great lengths to stall going to sleep) can also appear at this age. So what can you do to get your toddler to go to sleep? Here are some suggestions on how to handle sleep resistance with your toddler:
About the author: Tracie Kesatie, M.A. is a Certified Pediatric Sleep Consultant and an experienced mother of four well-rested children. As a trusted expert in the field of pediatric sleep, Tracie works with clients all over the world. She specializes in working with families that have babies, toddlers, and young children. She works closely with each family to formulate a holistic, customized, non-judgmental sleep solution all while taking into consideration the family’s sleep challenge, goals, and lifestyle.