/health-and-wellness/b/weblog/posts/a-parents-nightmare-when-kids-can-not-sleepAt the end of a long, hard day, nothing looks more inviting than a soft bed and fluffy pillow to drift off to sleep on. Until your kid wanders in and tells you he can&rsquo;t sleep. Sleep is vital for kids&rsquo; growing bodies and developing minds. ...en-USTelligent Community 12https://connect.bcbstx.com/health-and-wellness/b/weblog/posts/a-parents-nightmare-when-kids-can-not-sleepWed, 01 Apr 2015 18:40:16 GMT6e104328-2028-43b6-bb31-8401437dc51f:f165e418-f1d7-47c6-858f-be130f4af6b5Cassie0<p>My kiddo is definitely the night owl! I&#39;ve learned that a routine is absolutely critical to getting him to sleep in his own bed each night. I have 2 tricks up my sleeve that aren&#39;t already listed: first, a stuffed animal or blanket that is special to his bed, so that he has something to look forward to snuggling. Second, essential oils seem to make a little difference in calming his mood. Rubbing a little lavender on his chest or putting some peace&amp;calming in the humidifier gives a little more relaxing feeling I think.</p> <img src="https://connect.bcbstx.com/aggbug?PostID=153&AppID=2&AppType=Weblog&ContentType=0" width="1" height="1">