I'm sure everyone has heard stories of someone who sleepwalks... people eating in their sleep, walking through the house, or??? Please feel free to share a sleepwalking story.
"Sleepwalking is common, occurring in 1%- 15% of children, and usually begins when the child is between the ages of 4 and 8 years." So, what does it really mean to sleepwalk? "A sleep walking episode consists of minor actions such as sitting up in bed, walking around the room or house, or other activities... Sleepwalking can persist into late adolescence and adulthood."
What should you be wary of if you have a child who sleepwalks? Take precautions to guard doors, windows, and stairs. "The sleepwalker does not meaningfully interact with people and is often easily agitated. Arousal is difficult and, if successful, the child will appear confused. Recollection of the event is rare."
So, what should you do? Gently direct your child back to bed without waking them up. You should intervene to avoid an injury. You may want to come up with a creative solution that will inform you if your child is leaving their room, for example, a bell on the bedroom door, or? Please share anything you have found to be helpful.
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My son did sleep walk one time. He came in my room and it looked like he had to pee! I just said hey what are you doing? and I directed him to the bathroom, I dunno maybe he was just tired, but not fully awake!
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