[QUOTE=kindertime;747 64]I always read aloud to the kids till they are all asleep. It works for me. However, I have had those times when a child is new and transitioning or maybe just having a hard time. (One in particular, for 3 months of night terrors at nap. Yikes!) Good for you, torontokids, I have been there too. Trying to read despite the screaming, kicking, loudness. It is the most nerve-racking. frustrating thing to do. Luckily, my others can fall asleep through the screaming and reading (and, also the white noise.) It never ceases to amaze me!!! If you think this is something you could do, keep at it. I was read to at bedtime when I was a kid and it is one of my favorite memories. I like to pass that on to the kids, because, frankly, there are a lot of them that I suspect don't get any reading at home.



I read to all the kids while they are having their milk. We read probably 4 stories, change diapers and settle into bed. Never had any really big issues that a firm "no talking" or removal of stuffed toy didn't solve. When I read in the room it was not aloud but my own book to myself. I didn't/don't want to give her any additional attention as it seems this is what she is looking for