To many parents, their toddlers’ bedtime can be the hardest part of the day. In an article titled, “A Child’s Need for Sleep,” which can be found in the Harvard Medicine Magazine, Elizabeth Gehrman states that sleep is essential to learning, memory formation, emotional regulation, and physical and mental development. Essentially, growth is taking place during your children’s sleep phase. There are many things you can do to make this more pleasurable for both you and your little one. Sleep should be a relaxing and soothing time for both of you. Here are some tips on ways to prepare for bedtime and make the quality of sleep your child receives much more efficient. Pediatricians recommend limiting all screen time at least an hour before desired bedtime. Keeping consistent routines teaches your child what is expected of them each day. Reading, white noise machines and even soft textured blankets all can be a positive aid in helping your child fall asleep and stay asleep.

 The following article shares even more helpful tips to make bedtime an enjoyable time for everyone at home.

 Read more here:  https://www.babycentre.co.uk/a7687/establishing-good-sleep-habits-18-to-24-months

By the Beginner Teachers: Ms. Alexander, Ms. Cerrato, Ms. Rodriguez and Ms. Okoro