Although it might not happen instantly, parents can still help pre-schoolers start and stay in their beds. However, before doing anything, you should understand what the child wants.
Making your child sleep alone is changing a habit.
It could be that your child loves sleeping with you because they feel secure around you. Therefore before working on changing the trend, ensure they are ready for change, and they can handle it. You should see a doctor if your child is more irritable and clingy than usual.
Changing the child’s sleep pattern is changing their habits, and it is vital to be practical and consistent. As a result, it is important to ensure the sleep space is appealing. Work with the pre-schooler to decorate their sleeping room to their liking. When preparing their room, ensure you keep in mind what keeps the child awake. For instance, if light keeps them awake, you can use room-darkening lights, and if it is the other way around, consider using flashlights and night lights.
It is important to keep a sleep routine with the child expected to retire to bed at a particular time. The child should not stay up late, even during weekends. Have a consistent nurturing and calming routine to lower their energy level. You can bathe them and then snuggle or read stories to them.
If the child sleeps alone and tends to have a hard time sleeping, you can sit with them in the room and help them sleep gradually after the lights are off. Ensure you spend less time in the room, and if they get out of bed, ensure you put them back. Although this can be hard, it is vital not to ensure the child stays in their room each night.
Use incentives to encourage the child to sleep. Make sure your youngster receives huge praise for accomplishments and perhaps gets a bonus for sleeping in their bed the entire night. If feasible, avoid stuff and focus on spending time with a loved one.