Trouble Sleeping Through the Night - Henderson,NV

Sleep patterns in babies are NOT static. They CHANGE. Remember, they are constantly going through developmental and cognitive changes... and growth spurts too. Take into consideration previous responses. But, this is my addition to your question.
Think back yourself... throughout your life, since a little baby, has your own sleep patterns stayed exactly the "same" all your life? Do you yourself sleep through entire night, solidly... without disturbance what so ever? Sleep patterns are transient as well. They ebb and flow and change. Sure, having a sleep time "routine" is a good thing....and children/babies need that and we can help them to sleep better. But it is not always a slam-dunk. At 10 months old, their cognitive "awareness" is changing and they are maturing and sometimes they get "separation anxiety" as well and even if in the crib they may wake and want to make sure they can "see" their parents. And, as you've seen, at 10 months they are more "mobile"... he can pull-up in the crib. BUT... many times the baby will cry because they don't know HOW to get themselves back down to a sitting or "sleeping" position and get back to sleep by themselves. This can also be scary for them. It's a big endeavor for a little baby. Imagine that. Both my children had entirely different sleep patterns and ways of falling asleep. Each child is different, with different temperaments and personalities.
It will pass.... its one of MANY phases a baby/child will go through. Or, he might just be hungry. Sometimes we will never really "know" why they wake up. But they will, with our help, find their way again. Good luck and take care,
~Susan
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Hi. Maybe he is teething??? Try checking his gums for new bumpiness. Our daughters went through this right before they started getting teeth. If so, motrin works great! our pediatrician suggested it rather than the tylenol because you are using it to reduce the swelling in the gums rather than reduce a fever. good luck!!

1.) Check your son's diet out. If too much starch or sugars and not enough protein, he will not have the blood sugar regulated properly to help him to sleep through the night. Dairy is wrong and will create many problems, especially sleep, also, especially poor digestion, mucous, and hormone irregularities. Yes children have hormones too. Cows milk is for cows. Make sure he is eating fresh fruits and veggies NOT OUT OF A CAN OR JAR! Make sure that the protein you are giving him is clean, and free of hormones and antibiotics. Make sure his grains are not processed and whole but cooked for his age. Make sure his juices are NOT from concentrates. They are just pure sugar. And no junk AT ALL!
2.) Get your son an adjustment by a Pediatric Chiropractor. You can find one by going to http://www.HealthyAnswersOnline.com That will make ALL the difference in the world as well. I have 6 children. The all get supplements starting at birth with glyconutrients after breast feeding, unless they are not well during breastfeeding, then they get it at that time too. I took plenty for it to come through the breast milk to make them healthier and happier and more balanced. Only give all food supps to your kids. No Synthetics! Make sure of that!
3.) If he's teething, which happens, then there are great homeopathics to help ease that problem and give relief. I believe they are on the HealthyAnswersOnline.com site too. Under Essential Nutrients.
GOOD LUCK! I hope some of this helps.

When he pulls himself up in his crib is he getting stuck? Meaning, can he not figure out how to sit himself back down? Apparently, that is a very common occurance. If that is the case, you should try to show him how to bend his knees and sit down.

is it at the same time each night? he might be having night terrors. if you can anticipate it, try going into his room right before you think he'll wake up crying. then wake him up gently and help him go back to sleep.

he also may be teething or might get cold feet--try socks

Sleep problems are always rough. He is probably going through a developmental milestone and sleeplessness is very common during those periods! When you are at a point where it feels like nothing works, that probably means, nothing will work! After you check on him to make sure his immediate needs are taken care of (safety, diaper, etc.), try telling him what you expect (ie. go to sleep, I love you, good night)in a calm manner and let him cry if that's what he is going to do. You will need to go back every 15 min or so to reassure him and re-tell him (and check on him). I know it sounds like very little sleep, but if you and your husband can trade off every other night of duty, with a constantly consistent response from you both, your son will probably get over it pretty quick. Give it a week, if lasts longer than that, something else may be going on... Regardless, I highly recommend looking into Homeopathy and Bach Flower Essences to help you through it. Also you can try a bit of lavender oil on a little stuffed toy or blankie or whatever. Good luck!

-J.
Mother of 8 yr old twin boys and 6 yr old daughter (and many sleepless nights...)