Redirect her to her room, ensure her that you are down the hall (safe, secure and always available - I leave my door open) and find things that make her comfortable (my daughter sleeps with ALL her stuffed animals, pillows, blankets, door closed and night light on). Also the regular habits such as pajama/brushing teeth or a nice bath, glass of milk before bed, tucking her in (not sending her to bed alone - which you probably do not do), I play flash card games, say prayer (if your not religious then don't bother on this point), read a story, sing twinkle twinkle little star and then read a very short story about bedtime. These are the triggers for bed and she never wakes me up unless she is unwell or needs to use the bathroom. Try to keep the liquids down after 8 p.m.
During the day, make sure she is active and eating sufficiently. That's about all you can do... be consistent in redirecting her and keep it positive "wow your a big girl"... decorate her room... personalize it so she wants to be there? Just be consistent, firm but loving and caring... eventually she will adjust. Both my children sleep in their own beds... but sometimes I sleep with them in theirs :).
I am sure your doing this... no worries... just keep it consistent :)
Good luck!
|