Respectful Parenting: Janet Lansbury Unruffled Toddlers That Won't Go to Bed (Solutions from Eileen Henry)
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Feb 13, 2024 Sleep consultant Eileen Henry offers experienced perspective and advice on bedtime challenges with toddlers. She emphasizes the importance of understanding unexpressed needs, creating a calming bedtime routine, and fostering independent sleep skills. Eileen also discusses the concept of holding space for children's emotions and the challenges of setting boundaries at bedtime. Check out her resources at CompassionateSleepSolutions.com.
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Understanding Toddler Behavior
- Toddlers grapple with desire and longing, expressing these through behavior.
- Their behavior often reflects needs like connection and control.
Improving Bedtime Routine
- Ensure toddlers get enough daytime sleep to avoid cortisol buildup.
- Create a calming bedtime routine with an intimate, connected atmosphere.
Managing Biting Behavior
- Address biting by offering alternatives and removing yourself after a bite.
- Acknowledge the child's need for both attachment and autonomy.