Sleep Regression
Sleep Regression in a 2-Year-Old: What to Do When Your Toddler Refuses to Sleep?
Sleep regression in a 2-year-old can appear suddenly: bedtime becomes prolonged, naps disappear, and nighttime awakenings and early risings become routine. In this article, we explain how to recognize if it's truly a sleep regression or due to changes in the daily schedule, emotions, boundary-testing, or typical toddler rebellion. We highlight the signals to watch for, when the issue is temporary, and when it's worth examining the routine, sleep quantity, and sleep conditions. We also suggest wh
May 22, 2026
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