Every parent has encountered those tear-filled, heart-wrenching moments before bed when their child suddenly needs ‘one more drink,’ ‘another story,’ or confesses an irrational fear. These requests may surface as last-minute stalls, but they stem from something much bigger—a profound struggle with separation. For young children, typically up to six years old, the world is
attachment parenting
Every parent has faced the daunting challenge of bedtime resistance, often manifesting through various forms of protest from their little ones. Expressions of need like “I need some water,” or pleas for “one more story” are almost universal. Yet, beneath these surface requests lies a deeper emotional current — a child’s yearning for closeness and