Is Your Preschool Child Or Young Child Afraid Of The Dark?

Preschooler Or Child Afraid Of The Dark?sleep at night so it isn't such a dark experience. the light
Many children and preschoolers, for various reasonswill make the feel more at ease.
are afraid of the dark.5)In some cases, provide them with a stuffed toy to
This maybe be for any multitude of reasons. Children insleep with at night. This way they will feel secure
their inexperience, have vivid imaginations and canknowong they are not alone but have a cuddly friend
become fearful of the dark.with them.
So what do you do if this is the case with your child?6) Sometimes, some warm milk before bed will do the
Well, there are a few simple steps that can be takentrick in making them sleep , quicker, and more soundly.
to help to put your children at ease when night time or7) In some cases there maybe times where you play
bed time comes.some relaxing, upbeat music (softly) that will keep
1) Walk hand in hand with your child and look throughthem occupied until they fall asleep.
the entire bedroom. Look under beds, in closets, behind8)It is also good to reinforce with your children that you
objects etc. to show your child that there is nothing towill see them in the morning. This will make them feel
be afraid of like monsters, etc.reassured that they will see 'Mommy' & 'daddy' in the
2)Leave your bedroom door open as well as yourmorning.
child's bedroom door at night so they do not feel so* No doubt there are different strategies in order to
alone or confined.deal with children over coming their fear of the dark.
3) Close closet doors etc in child's bedroom. This willThese are a few really good ideas to assist in helping
make them feel more at ease.your children have a good nights sleep with out it
4)Place a night light in their bedroom for when theyaffecting you, or your sleep.