Why Won't Toddler Sleep?

Reasons Toddlers Refuse to Go to Bed & Sleep Through the Night. They're over-excited: They're wound up on TV, roughhousing or something they've consumed (like sugary juice, sweet snacks, artificial colors and flavors, cold medicine or a dose of caffeine from soda, iced tea, or chocolate).

Why do toddlers have trouble sleeping?

Most of the time, when toddlers have trouble sleeping, it's because they don't have a set bedtime routine. Doing the same things in order every night helps your child know what to expect and sleep better. But some toddlers have sleep problems that keep them, and often their families, from getting the sleep they need.

Why won't my toddler sleep all night?

Both too much and too little daytime sleep can spell problems at night. If you think your toddler might be overtired, try an earlier bedtime and make sure she's napping enough during the day. If you think she's waking at night because she's napping too much, try shortening her nap.