[xxsurroundedbyxy]

I agree with everyone... BUT if you and DH do decide that you must detain her in some way, I read a post on here about a toddler who ran loose around the house and could climb over gates they put in the doorway so a few people got creative and put half doors in (like in daycares) that Scatterbrain mentioned above. Another person put in a screen door and locked it so that at least the child could see out but not run around. I know this is not the same situation as yours and a toddler running loose is a safety hazard where yours is a fright and comfort thing.

I have never had to lock a child into a room. But I will not post "I would never lock a child in a room" because I have not been where you or other people have been.

[rindava]

it is illegal in many states to do this...

locally they would suggest putting her on meds or if it is really that much of an issue she would need to go to a 24 hour a day RTC or something... (well that is the answer I got from DSS when I asked... long story...)

I like the take turns sleeping thing, or have her sleep in your room where you all are locked in together... with access to the potty...