Question
How can I adjust the sleep pattern of a child who sleeps during the day and is active at night?
Answer
Most parents typically sleep between 10 PM and 6 AM the next day. However, babies usually start a long period of sleep between 6 PM and 7 PM, lasting until 1 AM to 2 AM, or from midnight to 6 AM to 7 AM. For those who go to bed early, you can correct them by gradually delaying their bedtime, allowing the child to sleep 15 to 30 minutes later each day, and appropriately adjusting their meal and daytime nap times, thereby gradually delaying their natural waking time in the morning. For those who are accustomed to staying up late, you can gradually wake them up earlier in the morning, which will also gradually bring their bedtime forward.