Patient's question:
My baby is eleven months old. He usually naps around 8 p.m., but he often wakes up after about an hour and a half. If I try to get him back to sleep, he might stay asleep for another two hours before waking up again. Then I feed him, and during the second half of the night, he keeps tossing and turning and sometimes cries or kicks the blanket. Once he's finally asleep, if I cover him, he starts moving again. I've been giving him calcium supplements as well, and he's currently eating Amway's Poly-Baby formula. I even bought Easynut and Di-Calc yesterday! I'm seeking advice on how to get him to nap through the night without moving.Doctor's answer:
Every child has their own biological clock. Most parents notice that their child sometimes sleeps very well and at other times is clingy, which is normal self-regulation. The key is for parents to help their child establish a regular biological clock. Before napping in the afternoon, make sure the child is fully toilet-trained before putting them to sleep. At night, try to avoid nighttime toilet training as much as possible. If it's absolutely necessary, don't turn on the light. A small dim light or leaving a small gap in the curtains is enough for lighting. When toilet training, avoid talking or chatting with the child. Sometimes, if you start talking, they may become more alert.