As adults, sleeping is a joy. Many of us relish the prospect of hours in bed and long lie-ins. So why is it that convincing toddlers to turn in can be such a chore? What are they afraid of?
Psychologists suggest that saying goodbye represents a moment of worry and anxiety for some children, and saying goodnight is an awful lot like saying goodbye to our little toddlers. Our children love us, and not having us around can be difficult for them — particularly when they’re struggling with separation anxiety, which can be a huge issue in the toddler years.