Naps

[Judy Trickett]

Yep, you leave them. My nap time is my naptime and EVERY kid lays down and stays there until naptime is over. There is nothing wrong with this. It helps them build patience and builds on their ability to self-soothe and self-entertain. Quiet, awake, alone time is VERY important for all people, children and adults for good mental health. I think far too few people take time out of their day to be awake and reflective.

[JennJubie]

Yep, you leave them. My nap time is my naptime and EVERY kid lays down and stays there until naptime is over. There is nothing wrong with this. It helps them build patience and builds on their ability to self-soothe and self-entertain. Quiet, awake, alone time is VERY important for all people, children and adults for good mental health. I think far too few people take time out of their day to be awake and reflective.

This. Exactly what Judy said is why my kids stay on their mats until nap/quiet time is over. I know myself very well, and I know that I NEED that quiet break time. I also believe it is good for teaching the kids to self soothe and learn patience. If the children are awake, I expect that they wait quietly.