Does your child struggle to fall asleep without you, needing you to lie beside them, hold their hand or stay until they drift off? 

Perhaps you have tried leaving the room, only to be called back again. This is an experience many parents face, often finding themselves wondering, ‘Why won’t my child sleep alone?’ or ‘How can I help my child sleep independently?’

In this article, I will explore why your child depends on you to fall asleep and, more importantly, how you can help your child sleep independently in a calm, supportive and sustainable way.  

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