Glow dark sleep project
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Being afraid of the dark can be difficult when trying to sleep with the lights off. Having a night light or leaving the bedroom door open can help provide some light without using a lot of electricity. Talking to parents about fears and compromising on a solution both children are comfortable with can make bedtime easier.
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