When Connie’s parents contacted me as a Child Sleep Consultant in Ireland , they were at their wit's end. Their little girl had been a great sleeper for the first 20 months of her life, but things had recently taken a challenging turn. Adding to their stress, they were expecting their second child, making the sleepless nights even harder to handle. They were exhausted and looking for support to get their family back on track.
Key Sleep Issues Identified:
Short Naps
While Connie was down to one nap a day, her naps were shorter than ideal, often leaving her overtired by bedtime. At her age, we wanted her naps to be closer to two hours to ensure she was getting enough daytime rest.
Late and Lengthy Bedtime
Connie's bedtime was slightly too late, especially considering she was waking from her nap before 2 PM. For a 2-year-old, most toddlers can only manage about 4-5 hours of awake time before becoming overtired.
Sleep Associations
Connie depended on her parents' presence to fall asleep at night. As a result, when she woke during the night, she couldn’t settle herself back to sleep without their help.
The Plan to Improve Connie’s Sleep:
Connie’s parents enrolled in my 2-Week Sleep Support Package, where we focused on sleep training strategies tailored to a 2-year-old’s needs. The goal was to create a healthy and consistent sleep routine to improve both her naps and nighttime sleep.
The Outcome:
Within two weeks of implementing these sleep strategies and consistent sleep training, Connie was settling down easily at night, soothing herself back to sleep during the night, and consistently sleeping 11-12 hours overnight. While her naps at home were improving—especially on weekends—she started resisting naps at crèche, which can be a common challenge for toddlers adjusting to new environments. I advised her parents to continue offering naps daily and, once she settled back into her routine, gradually shift her nap to 1 PM, aiming for 2-hour naps. Maintaining this routine will support her sleep needs until she’s around 3.5 to 4 years old.
This family chose my 2-Week Sleep Support Package after our initial call because it was the best fit for their needs.
If you’re struggling with your toddler’s sleep and can relate to Connie’s story, I’d love to help. Book a free 15-minute sleep assessment call with me, and we’ll discuss how I can support you and your little one in achieving better sleep.
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