Why Older Kids Struggle with Sleep—and How to Start Fixing It (25 Months & Up | Day 1, Part 1)
Welcome to Day 1, Part 1 of the Sleep Sense program for kids 25 months and up! If your older toddler or preschooler is still struggling with sleep, you’re not alone—and you’ve taken an amazing first step just by being here.
In today’s video, Dana Obleman shares why sleep challenges in this age group are so common, and why breaking habits—especially ones involving you as the sleep prop—can be tough, but absolutely doable.
🧠 What you’ll learn in this video:
– Why more parents are speaking up about sleep struggles in older kids
– How long-term sleep habits form—and why they’re so hard to break
– What makes sleep resistance stronger in this age group
– The #1 most common “sleep prop” for kids over 2 (hint: it’s you!)
– Why consistent support over the next 14 days will be the key to real change
💡 Pro tip: Teaching your child to sleep on their own is one of the best gifts you can give them—and it will last a lifetime.
📥 Need extra support or encouragement along the way? Visit https://sleepsense.net/plus for helpful resources, expert guidance, and support designed just for parents like you.
👶 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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