When Toddler Bedtime Help Starts Making Sleep Harder

When toddler bedtime demands start taking over, many parents respond by doing whatever helps in the moment: staying longer, bringing bottles, offering snacks, or lying on the floor. These loving accommodations can work temporarily, but when they become unsustainable, they can make sleep harder. Here’s why changing your response can help your toddler feel safer, more secure, and more independent at bedtime.