It’s frustrating when your toddler won’t/can’t sleep. Here are some of the major reasons why toddlers struggle with sleep, and ideas of how to help them.

My child only seems to have cat naps and short stretches of sleep through the night. I’m worried that they aren’t getting as much sleep as is recommended, and that this will impact their healthy growth and development. How much sleep is “enough”?

“I thought sleep was supposed to be better by now?!” Unfortunately, infant and toddler sleep isn’t linear.

Here a few resources that could help you rule out (or determine) what those issues may be. We always recommend talking to a medical professional if you suspect any issues.