Get A Toddler To Sleep Through The Night

[tps_header]Kids need a lot of sleep. But sometimes it seems like that is the absolute last thing a toddler wants to do! Anyone who has struggled to put a toddler to bed at night kicking and screaming or heard those infamous words “no nap!” can understand.

How Do You Get A Toddler To Sleep Through The Night?

Get A Toddler To Sleep Through The Night

Every child is different – that is for sure. Some toddlers don’t have a problem with sleep and some seem to need all the extra help you can give them.

For example, my 3 year old still doesn’t sleep all the way through the night. She has never been a good sleeper though. She would always wake up at least once or twice a night, usually wanting a snack. Now that she is 3, she comes to our bed about 50% of the time and says she had a bad dream or she is hungry.

On the other hand, my 18 month old has slept through the night since was almost exactly 6 months old. Yes, I do realize how incredibly lucky I am for that! The only time she has trouble sleeping is when she is teething. So, for her it is easy to help her get back to sleep because I know she needs a little medicine and some cuddles and then she will be fine.

Also interesting:
Make Lantern - DIY Tutorial

For my older daughter, I have just come to the conclusion that she is a restless sleeper. I honestly have no clue how to help her sleep through the night, so I needed the advice from other moms below.

Here is what other moms have to say about getting a toddler to sleep through the night.

Advice and Stories from Real Moms

How Do You Get A Toddler To Sleep Through The Night?

Move around your bath time schedule

Our son gave up his naps at around 2 years old, so he sleeps solidly throughout the night most nights. Do baths a couple of hours before bedtime if your toddler gets too excited right before bed. We found that our son was excited, rather than relaxed, by baths, so pushing bath time back helped him get to sleep easier. – Donella from Gluesticks and Gumdrops

Twins that had different sleep patterns

Don’t ask me — it never happened with us. (One of our twins always came in to sleep with mommy and daddy in the middle of the night.) The other one slept through the night, though. – Lauren from Mom Home Guide

Also interesting:
Children And Pets - This Is Why It Is Important For Children To Have A Pet

Start young

Teach them to sleep through the night as a baby so you don’t have to worry about it now. Start as you mean to go on and all that. – Valerie from Occasionally Crafty

Keep them dry

Keep them dry! It works wonders. Here are some tips on keeping them dry. – Menucha from Moms and Crafters

It is different for every kid

When you find out, tell me! – Niki from Play Learn Every Day

Thank you Moms!

Welcome to the Parenting Lounge!

You can also download the free ebook “Inside The Parenting Lounge” where I collected the top ten parenting lounge posts and packaged them in a PDF ebook.

Click the arrows below to browse the Parenting Lounge and download the free ebook[/tps_header]

Potty Training! Stories and Advice from Real Moms

Parenting Lounge - Potty Training

The best products for you and your baby.

Baby monitor

With a baby monitor, you can use your time flexibly, sleep peacefully at night and still know at all times that your baby is doing well.

Nursing pillow

A good breastfeeding pillow has several advantages, because it helps you not only to breastfeed, but also to fall asleep and is also suitable as a nest.

Diaper bags

A diaper bag offers you a lot of storage space, so that you have everything you need for your baby on the go - from the changing pad to the bottle.

Pucksack

A pucksack gives your baby the feeling of security, like in the womb, and thus supports a peaceful and restful sleep.

Bicycle trailer

Bicycle trailers can be used in combination with a baby seat shortly after birth. They are not only safer than child seats but also more comfortable.

Playpen

A playpen can be very practical in everyday life! Which model is suitable for your needs, you can read in my guide.

Baby bed

The first bed accompanies your child for years. Fortunately, there are beds that grow with your child. I have made for you on the search for the best baby beds.

Stroller

A stroller is a worthwhile purchase. But there are the most diverse models on the market. Find out which is the right one.

Radiant heater

Radiant heaters provide your child with the necessary warmth when changing diapers or after bathing.

Extra bed

Side beds are very practical and offer both mother and baby a lot of advantages, because for babies, especially in the first months of life, it is reassuring to be able to sleep next to their parents.

6 thoughts on “Get A Toddler To Sleep Through The Night”

Leave a Comment