[karenmarq]

We had a great sleeper from the time she was home at 1 1/2 years to 3 1/2 years. Then, whammo, sleeping was an issue along with many other things.

Basically, I think it was time for new routines. I went to the library and tried many different things. Some worked, others didn't.

One change was that she wanted us to come back and check on her. "I'll check on you." Easy enough.

Another change we made was that if after doing the whole regular routine and she was in bed, but not sleepy, we said that she could read her books, but not come out of her room. (This after the screaming, door slamming, out of control thing that just doesn't help anybody.)

It's a very frustrating issue that makes everybody grumpy. Hope these suggestions might help.

Karen