I have had alot of parents (not of special needs kids though) that ask me to let them stay up rather than take part in nap/rest time because they are not going to bed well at night. although I do understand the concerns and always try to work with the parents, I also explain to the parents that I too need a little bit of a break in such a crazy day ( the break is to clean the dishes, do laundry, clean floors) if I have time I will put my feet up for 15 min. if I have time. I require ALL children to take part in quiet time, under 4yrs have to nap, above 4 can rest unless behavior shows they need a sleep. IF during their rest an older child falls asleep...they need it! I will let them, maybe wake them after and hour or so.

I have found ALOT of kids go to bed 7-7:30. WOW! no wonder the parent is having a hard time getting them to go down at night, they go to bed when they get home from my house.!!!! In SOME cases I feel like telling the parent "maybe you should spend a little more time with your child after you get home from work, play outside go for a walk. then put them to bed after they have gotten a little extra love from mom and dad. SOMETIMES feel like the parent just wants peace and quiet after a long days work, and doesnt want to be bothered by the care of their own child!!!! VENTING a little!!!! thanks lol