2 year old sleeping patterns

[hannjocelyn]

Has anyone else's 2 year old not wanted to be on their own while sleeping?

He's 2 in about 3 weeks but definitely hit terrible twos early. When he falls asleep or goes to bed he doesn't want to be on his own, during the day I don't mind if he naps downstairs on the sofa while I'm around but when it comes to putting him to bed, the minute we go to leave he screams and cries, even early hours of the morning if he wakes up. He will do this for around 45 mins till he goes to sleep.

I try to soothe him but he's okay if we're in the room but the second we go to leave he will scream.

Any advice?

I feel your pain. Sorry I have no advice but jumping on the post as my DD is the exact same. It's as though she is scared to be alone.

@madhouse23 exactly! I had my little one in with me all night last night from about 12 as I just couldn't settle him. Sounds like sleep regression but tried everything I know now

[quote hannjocelyn]@madhouse23 exactly! I had my little one in with me all night last night from about 12 as I just couldn't settle him. Sounds like sleep regression but tried everything I know now [/quote]
We ended up with our DD with us too. She gets into a panic and really upset when we leave the room but it's not an attention cry it's like she's worried. I've got the HV today so will let you know what advice I get!

@madhouse23 exactly the same as us.

Ohh let me know, thank you

Hi,

Sorry no advice as such today other than at this age they experience a brain development surge and become more aware of things so fears begin to develop. Advised to use nightlights and to try reassuring her that there's nothing to be scared off. If you find anything else that works please let me know!