On the Seng Webinar last night, Dr Fiedler addressed the fact that so many of our kids have trouble getting to sleep or staying asleep (that's our problem). She recommended using what she called an "idea trap". Basically it's a small notebook or journal that kids can write down all of the thoughts and questions that seem to come to them as soon as their head hits the pillow. Then in the morning they can ask their questions. She said many kids stay awake for hours because of a fear that they'll forget their "most important question" and not be able to get an answer. She said the notebook can also be sent to school for those kids that have "AHA!" moments in class that tend to be disruptive. They can write it down and then take care of it when it's more appropriate.
This is something that i'm going to try with DS6. Although he goes to sleep easily at 8:00 every night, he rarely stays asleep. He wakes up in the middle of the night full of questions, concerns and ideas. Maybe this will allow me more sleep! Worth a try...
