Intervention. Sensory Based Sleeping Problems
Determine if day time is too stimulating, so child prefers night
Calming input in evening: Slow linear movement in on axis Touch pressure. Massage Curl up in bean bag or chair
Watch for sensory overload
No arousing activities before sleep time
Support self-comfort maneuvers before sleep onset
Bed is compatible with sensitivities of child (scratchy fabric, lumpy surface) Sheets are not cold. Vestibular input?
Background of white noise. Continuous sound
Sleep clothing. Preference for textures
Games of separation. Transitional objects