'100-second rule': Game-changer for getting your child to sleep fast
Expert named the method that will help put a child to sleep quickly (photo: Freepik)
Parents know that putting a child to sleep is a real challenge. However, there is an effective "100-second rule" that can help make this process quick and peaceful, according to the TikTok page of the American pediatric sleep consultant Lily, nickname "dreamcoach".
Method details
According to the expert, one simple action can make a huge difference in helping a child fall asleep quickly and learn to sleep independently.
"All I want you to do is I want you to watch the monitor and I want you to count to 100. Don't go in as they're fussing, just watch and respond versus react," Lily explains.
For babies, waking up is normal. They simply need time to fall back asleep. So if you give them at least 100 seconds, it can make a huge difference, and they are more likely to go back to sleep on their own.
Some commenters noted that this method works only for infants.
Other helpful techniques
Putting a child to sleep quickly and without unnecessary fuss is possible by following a few simple rules:
- Establish a bedtime ritual – reading a book, soft music, or a light massage can help set the child up for rest.
- Stick to a schedule – falling asleep at the same time every night stabilizes the biological clock.
- A dark, quiet room – dim lighting and minimal noise contribute to easier sleep.
- No gadgets before bed – bright screen light stimulates the nervous system, so they should be turned off at least an hour before sleep.
