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How can I help my 8 year-old daughter go to sleep after having a nightmare?

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Answer #1

try reading her a bed time story of something good.

Make the room less scary.

allow a pet to sleep next to her so she can feel protected when she has another dream the dog or cat will be by her side.

good luck.

Answer #2

First I would reassure her that you’re there and that everything is fine now. Make it clear to her that it was JUST a scary dream, now it’s over, and everything is okay. To help her feel more safe, it might be a good idea to check under the bed and the closet for “monsters”. After that, you could read her a happy book.

Answer #3

Good advice from Napp Ninjax and Chanelglit! A soft night-light might help, too. When I was young, I especially loved when my mother would sing me to sleep.

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