waiting_for_sleep.jpgEvery family is unique in its way and so are the individuals are different, they have different strengths, interest and values. As even parents are the individuals they come in different styles. If you are a parent you will get many advises on how to take care of your child. So do not get disheartened if the others have given some advice and the way you bring up your kid does not gel with each other.

May be you do not want to be like other parents and want to give more freedom to your child or may be you want your child to explore a little on their own. That’s great! If the same works with your children and you it is good. Once you know your style and your child is happy about you can make the same as your parenting style, and you can stop trying to live up to every other persons expectations and get on with your way of enjoying being a parent.

Always keep in mind, that the advice givers, even though meaning well does not know your child and you are the only one who knows your child best. They do not spend so much time with your child and you are the only one with them day and night and you have watched them grow, learn, explore, play sleep and eat. Only you are the one who can judge the child and what best can work for them at your house and in your lifestyle. Of course it will be trial and error method but it will be for the best interest of the child.

Next time, someone offers you advice regarding your child’s sleeping habits during the day and at night time, keep your child’s personal style in mind. You know you have tried and tested the methods you would want your child to feel comfortable in and you know best what works for you and your child.

The idea should come from your instincts regarding your child and from your child as no two children can be same as they are also individuals and they are unique. There is no such rule for sleep habits among the children; the only thing is that the sleep is necessary for a good growth of children. As your child grows, his needs may change, but as long as you stay in tune with him, his sleep habits shouldn’t have to suffer as a result. And neither should yours.