This article was first published in October 2019
Is your child suffering with sleep problems? Sleep consultant Mandy Gurney has some tips and techniques for you to try, so your little one gets a good night's sleep before a busy day at school!
Mandy's tips
• A good bedtime routine can help most sleep problems.
• Use the ‘gradual retreat’ method to help children settle back in to their own bed. Sit nearby as they go to sleep. In the coming nights, sit further away.
• Offer your child comfort and reassurance if they wake with a nightmare. Discuss nightmares during the day. Also, make sure your child is getting enough sleep.
• Use a lamp and a rewards system to help children stay in bed in the morning.
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