What to Do When Your Child Wakes Up at Night (25 Months & Up | Day 1, Part 4)
You’ve set the bedtime routine, you’ve taken your spot in the chair—and now it’s time to prepare for what comes next: nighttime wake-ups. In this final video for Day 1, Dana Obleman walks you through how to handle overnight interruptions with calm, consistency, and a clear plan.
Night 1 can be tough, but sticking with the routine now is what builds lasting sleep skills later.
🌛 What you’ll learn in this video:
– Why it’s important to wait before responding to wake-ups (and how long to wait)
– What to do if your child gets out of bed and comes to find you
– How to use the same bedtime strategies when returning them to sleep
– Why limiting talking and engagement at night is key
– A simple tip to help separate early waking from feeding habits
💡 Pro tip: The less you say and do at night, the easier it is for your child to go back to sleep. Keep things quiet, predictable, and brief.
📥 For extra support and helpful resources to get you through the night, visit https://sleepsense.net/plus
👶 This course is for children aged 25 months and up. If your child is a different age, check out the Playlists section of my YouTube channel to find the right series: youtube.com/@sleepsense/playlists
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