At 18 months old, most toddlers are sleeping through the night.

So if your toddler starts waking often or resisting falling asleep, it can be confusing and frustrating.

A consistent routine and lots of patience can get you through this difficult phase.

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She is a mom of four and loves to hike with her kids, read, and knit.

Cooking a complicated meal her kids probably won’t eat is one of her favorite pastimes.

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Mary Sauer