The so-called crying method involves the mother not reacting or not touching the child when the child cries. This method is not very suitable for the child's mental health. It can lead to unhealthy (unsafe) attachment between the child and the mother. The child should be able to find his mother next to him when he cries or needs his mother. This is especially important in the first 6 months of life. Otherwise, healthy bonding with the mother and the environment will not occur, and this may cause the child to become anxious, unhappy and aggressive. When your child wakes up at night, it is necessary to let your child know that you are with him by talking to him or making a sound. It should not be held on your lap except for breastfeeding and diaper cleaning. Mothers need to adjust their sleep patterns according to the baby's sleep patterns, especially in the first year of life. Otherwise, children will either be prevented from sleeping soundly, or the mother's psychology may be negatively affected because she cannot meet her sleep needs during the day.
There may be some situations that disrupt the child's sleep in the first year of life. For example, diseases such as bowel problems called colitis in the 2nd month, defecation, teething, decreased breastfeeding as breast milk decreases, separation of the bed, and frequent upper respiratory tract infections can make it difficult for the child to fall asleep and lead to disruption of healthy sleep patterns.
It is recommended that children up to the age of 2 sleep in the same room with the mother but in a separate bed. In later periods, it is necessary to separate the child's room. Thus, parents are given the opportunity to develop skills such as over-attachment, coping with their fears, and the formation of the concept of privacy.
Some suggestions that will make it easier for the child to fall asleep:
Playing active games that will attract their attention during the day.
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Making the baby move as much as possible.
Taking a warm bath before going to sleep.
Giving the baby a massage before going to sleep.
Signaling that he/she is sleepy. Paying attention to situations such as yawning or drooping eyelids, and putting them to bed in these cases.
Making sure their diaper is dry before going to sleep.
Being full before going to sleep makes it easier for babies to fall asleep. Here it is necessary to be careful not to overfeed.
Let him sleep in a quiet environment or with a low voice and a steady rhythm. Singing lullabies, making people listen to the sounds of nature (bird, wave, water, etc.).
To regulate the temperature and ventilation of the room and ensure that it remains constant. Room temperature should generally be 21-23 °C. A steam machine should be used in rooms with poor ventilation.
Wearing clothes that allow the skin to breathe and prevent sweating at night and ensuring that the diaper is dry will help the patient sleep deeper and longer.
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