My 10-month-old stands up in the crib at night and cries, how do I get him to lie down?
⚡ Short answer: This is very common at 10 months — once babies develop the ability to stand, getting back down doesn't occur to them at night.
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10 aylık bebek annesi · Sleep
My 10-month-old wakes at night, stands up in the crib and can't lie back down, what can I do?
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This is very common at 10 months — once babies develop the ability to stand, getting back down doesn't occur to them at night. Your baby has learned to stand but the skill to lie back down is still developing, so he gets stuck and asks for help.
Two things help: During awake hours, give plenty of practice standing and crouching — you can gently guide him by the hand to practice the "lying down" motion by bending and sitting a few times. At night when he wakes and stands crying, hold his hand and guide his back down gently while saying "Okay, we're lying down" and stroke his back and soothe him in a calm voice. Try to keep him in the crib for a moment before picking him up if he doesn't respond.
This is a temporary phase — motor skills stabilize quickly. If there's no improvement after 2-3 weeks, checking with your pediatrician would be appropriate.
⚕️ Health note: This answer is for general information only; it is not medical advice. Every baby is different — for decisions about your baby's health, consult your pediatrician.
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