Clocks, Rewards & Setting Clear Sleep Expectations (25 Months & Up | Day 1, Part 2)
Welcome back! In Day 1, Part 2, Dana Obleman helps you prepare for Night 1 by introducing two powerful tools to guide your older toddler or preschooler into better sleep habits: clocks and rewards.
At this age, kids are ready to understand rules—and respond well to structure. The key is to keep things simple, clear, and consistent.
⏰ What you’ll learn in this video:
– How to use a digital or toddler-friendly sleep clock to set wake-up expectations
– Why red or yellow lights are best for sleep (and what to avoid)
– How to create a simple rule around “magic 7” and stick to it
– Why rewards can be powerful—and how to choose the right one
– The importance of immediate rewards for toddlers and preschoolers
🎯 Pro tip: Prep your clock and reward system before bedtime tonight. These tools can make a big difference in getting buy-in from your child.
📥 For extra support and helpful tools to guide your sleep journey, visit https://sleepsense.net/plus
👶 This course is for children aged 25 months and up. If your child is a different age, visit the Playlists section of my YouTube channel to find the right series: youtube.com/@sleepsense/playlists
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