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Originally Posted by Dentoman
As was mentioned, it is quite possible she has a disturbance in her sleep pattern that wakes her up. It is possible for kids to have sleep apnea, which in an adult results in not allowing you to get into a deep sleep, but in a child, could result in repeated awake periods. Worth talking to your family MD of pediatrician about. They do have a sleep clinic at the Children's Hospital where that could be investigated.
What time does she have to wake up in the morning? A bed time of 8:30 and not falling to sleep until 9 pm may not be giving her enough sleep and she is actually overtired resulting in difficulty sleeping. Maybe consider moving her bedtime up a bit.
I agree with what was said that the activity before bed may actually be getting her overstimulated resulting in restless sleep.
Of course, it could just be a phase, but if it goes on for another month, I would consult your doctor.
FWIW, I agree with not letting her sleep in your bed .... that is a very difficult habit to break ... your sleep will suffer even more if she sleeps with you!!
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The wife is an RT at the Childrens, she is sure their is no breathing, apnea or asthma problems.
As many have said it is probably a phase but as many can appreciate getting her out of the phase ASAP would be ideal.