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Child sleep: Put preschool bedtime problems to rest
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The problem: Bedtime is chaotic
The problem: Your child doesn't want to go to bed
The problem: Your child won't fall asleep alone
The problem: Your child won't stay in his or her bed
The problem: Your child stays up too late
The problem: Your child wakes up during the night
The problem: You're frustrated with your child's bedtime problems
The problem: Your child won't stay in his or her bed
The scenario: You put your child to bed, only to find him or her trailing you down the hall.
The solution: If your child regularly gets out of bed to ask for water or a stuffed animal, try to manage those needs ahead of time during the bedtime routine. When your child gets up, promptly return him or her to bed — repeatedly, if necessary. Avoid giving your child attention for this behavior.
