I know it’s part of the process, but not knowing if he’s okay or if he needs something drives me crazy. I don’t know if I’m doing the right thing or if there’s another way to help him without feeling this disconnect. Sometimes I wonder if I should seek another opinion or wait longer. It’s exhausting not knowing if this will really work for him.
Oh, I’ve been in your shoes! When my 5yo started using a sleep system, I spent the first week glued to the monitor, barely sleeping myself. I was terrified something would go wrong. Over time, I started trusting the process more, mostly because I could see the change in his mood during the day. It wasn’t easy, but I promise you’re doing the best thing for him. If you’re not sure about the treatment, maybe keep a sleep log for a week or two? It helped me notice the small improvements I wasn’t seeing in the moment
I hear you, this sounds so tough. Parenting can be so overwhelming, especially when we can’t see the outcome right away
It sounds like you’re doing everything right, mama. Have you tried using a baby monitor or sleep tracker that gives you updates? I found a lot of reassurance in just being able to check in when I needed to. Some apps even give you data on their sleep patterns, so you can see if the treatment is working over time. It’s hard now, but those small changes add up. Hang in there!
My 4yo has always struggled with sleep, and every time we try something new, I find myself second-guessing everything. How long have you been doing the treatment? Does your son seem calmer during the day yet? I always find it hard to decide whether to stick with something or move on, especially when I don’t see results right away. I wish someone would just hand us a guidebook sometimes, you know?
Hey Nicole, I’ve been there! My oldest is now 9, and we dealt with sleep issues when he was about 3, 4 years old. We tried so many things, but what really helped was being consistent and setting a firm bedtime routine. I know it feels impossible now, but sometimes it takes weeks to see the full impact of a new approach. One thing that worked wonders for us was a bedtime audiobook, calming stories on low volume helped my son feel less alone. If you’re really unsure, there’s no harm in seeking a second opinion for peace of mind, but trust yourself, too. You’re doing great
This might feel endless right now, but it won’t always be this way. Sleep struggles are so common, and while it’s exhausting in the moment, things will get better. My little one had horrible sleep habits at 4, and I thought we’d never get through it, but by 6, it was a completely different story. Try to give yourself some grace, it’s okay to feel anxious and uncertain. You’re showing up for him, and that’s what matters most. I know it’s hard not to be able to “check in” every second, but kids are resilient, and trust me, they surprise us in the best ways
Thanks for all the responses. It’s good to know I’m not alone, though I’m still feeling pretty lost. We’ve been doing this treatment for about two weeks now. He seems a little calmer during the day, but nights are still hard for me. I think I might look into a monitor or tracker, some reassurance would help. Fingers crossed we see more improvement soon!
Can I just say, same? My kid is 3 and has been such a light sleeper since birth. We tried a white noise machine, but I spent half the night worrying about whether it was too loud or too quiet. What kind of treatment is your son doing? I’ve been debating whether to try something like that, but I’m scared it’ll just make things worse