08/08/2021
2-3 year development
What to do when your child won't nap?
Author: Elizabeth Pantley
In addition to a suitable diet, sleep is an important part of a child's daily routine. Mothers need to
take make nap time a priority, as daily naps help children develop.
Although naps only last in a few hours, they can help make up for any nighttime sleep
shortages. Even a one-hour shortage in overall sleep hours can negatively affect a child. A short
nap can improve a child’s mood and reduce fussiness, crying, whining, and tantrums
However, your toddler can still fight naptime for a variety of reasons, making it difficult for
parents to incorporate sleep into their children’s daily routines.