Most babies are very unwilling to sleep unless they are in a very tired state, because the unseen things around them will arouse their infinite curiosity. Moreover, babies are not afraid of loneliness. Drinking a toy alone can also be very happy, especially at night. Parents are helpless when facing their babies in a tired and sleepy state. So, what should we do if a two-year-old baby refuses to sleep at night?
What should I do if a two-year-old baby refuses to sleep at night
1. A typical newborn baby sleeps for 18 to 20 hours, and around 15 hours at the age of one. About 2 years old in about 13 hours.
2. Babies should not sleep for too long during the day, otherwise it can easily lead to their unwillingness to sleep at night.
3. If a baby doesn't sleep, one reason is poor gastrointestinal health. This depends on whether their stool is normal, whether there is diarrhea or dryness, and whether there are nipple or fat in their stool. You can go to the hospital for a check-up. Another thing to consider is whether there is a calcium deficiency, go check for trace elements.
How to help babies fall asleep quickly
1. Light. Use bright and dim light to help babies distinguish between awake and sleeping environments. During the day, close the curtains to reduce the stimulation of sunlight, turn off the lights at night, and only keep a small night light for night visits. If the baby wakes up in the middle of the night, they are less likely to feel scared.
2. Temperature. It is best to keep the indoor temperature around 25 degrees Celsius. Avoid wearing too much clothing for the baby to avoid poor sleep caused by excessive heat!
3. Noise. When the baby goes to bed one hour before bedtime, please keep quiet and avoid too much noise. Of course, when the baby is asleep, there is no need to deliberately be quiet, so as not to make the baby sensitive to noise.
4. Gentle bedding. Toys that provide comfortable tactile sensations for babies can be provided, but it is important to avoid placing heavy blankets or ropes around the bed that can cause suffocation, in order to prevent accidents when parents leave.
5. Provide appropriate comfort as a substitute. Not hugging or shaking does not mean that no comfort will be given at all. After all, babies at this stage still need the love and care of their parents. Intimate parent-child relationships also have positive effects on the psychological development of babies. However, the way of comfort should still be towards helping babies gradually get used to falling asleep on their own.
6. Gentle touch. Before the baby falls asleep or wakes up during sleep, parents can use a slow and gentle way to gently pat or massage the baby's body, helping the baby stabilize their emotions and fall asleep quickly.
7. Gentle music. Baby's auditory response is particularly sensitive, and parents can play soft music such as crystal music and ocean tide sound before bedtime to create a pleasant sleeping atmosphere.
8. Gentle tone. Most babies enjoy listening to their mother's voice. Before going to bed, it is recommended to sing lullabies or whisper softly in their ears to help them fall asleep in a secure environment.
The growth and development of babies are mostly completed during sleep. It is important to ensure that babies of different age groups have sufficient sleep time, and parents need to help babies distinguish between day and night. Do not form the habit of sleeping too long during the day. After dinner, some fixed sleep cues can be formed to create a warm sleeping environment and promote babies to fall asleep together.
