My 4 yr old has been doing this recently, it's happened twice this week. He's asleep but crying and shouting either for mum or dad or his sister. It's very disturbing for us as it takes about 10 m ins for him to settle down. He's obviously still asleep but his eyes are open. We only just cuddle him getnly and sit on his bed and he lays back down and goes striaght back to sleep. Not sure what advice I'm really looking for but wonder if any one else has had similar experiences, what they have done and should I consult a doctor.