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our Assignment Module Number and Heading: CHCECE005 PROVIDE CARE FOR BABIES AND TODDLERS
Your Assignment Type: scenario
Your knowledge: Beginner

Question and answer
Sara
Sara (9 months) has been in care for two months. Whenever she is placed in a cot she begins screaming. She pulls herself to a standing position and sometimes flings herself backwards, arching her back as she screams.

(i) In the scenario ‘Sara’ identify Sara’s needs and how she might be feeling?
People sleep in different ways; some people sleep in beds while others use hammocks or mats on the floor. Some people sleep alone, some with a spouse or children or both. Sara may feel uncomfortable or scared to sleep in the cot especially if she isn't used to it.
Infants and very young toddlers sleep at many different times of the day, so it may not work well to have a set naptime for the whole group. Sara may have trouble adjusting to sleep time schedule.
Sleep environments in a child care setting can be very different to those in the home. A child care service is likely to be more or less active than a child's home environment. Each child's sleep habits are individual and may depend on their temperament. Some babies are easy going and adapt to new situations quickly while others need a routine that is the same every day. Sara may could not adapt to for new encounters and circumstances. Establish a regular "sleep friendly" environment.

(ii) Identify how the Educator can involve Sara’s family in meeting her sleep needs.
Educator should discuss Sara sleep patterns with parent before they start care. When Educator understand how and when Sara sleeps at home Educator can use that information to plan when Sara will sleep in care.
Brainstorm ways to adapt rooms to help Sara feel at home during nap times.
Find out how Sara d is treated at home. Rocking, patting, back rubs, or simply leaving her on her own are some of the many ways that adults help Sara go to sleep.
Ask about the Sara family bed time routine and explain that many babies and toddlers manage better with a well-established bed time routine. Develop regular daytime and bedtime schedules.
Create a consistent and enjoyable bedtime routine.
Review care giving practices, don’t rush, and keep calm. Respond gently and be aware of the child’s routine.

feedback：
Please revise and resubmit – See section 7 of learner guide.


any help would be great with this question as I do not understand what it is asking for.
please anyone

Lorina wrote:- She might not be tired
- She may find the cot uncomfortable

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Lorina

Thanks so much for response,Lorina. These are the changes I made.

(i) In the scenario ‘Sara’ identify Sara’s needs and how she might be feeling?
Educators can demonstrate good practice by providing opportunities for sleep and rest according to the needs of Sara. The environment should be created conducive to rest e.g. Dim lighting, safe and comfortable bedding, relaxing music. Sleep and rest routines should be developed appropriate to the Sara’s developmental stage.

Children, especially infants and toddlers can become anxious at sleep times. Being placed in a cot can sometimes be frightening for Sara and she might not like being left alone. She might not be tired, She may have trouble adjusting to sleep time schedule, She may find the cot uncomfortable.


(ii) Identify how the Educator can involve Sara’s family in meeting her sleep needs.
Educator should talk to parents about Sara home sleeping routines and implement these within the environment.
Ask parents what soothes the Sara at home.
Use comforters from home e.g. blanket, soft toy.
Review care giving practices, don’t rush, and keep calm.
Discuss practices at home with parents.
Respond gently and be aware of the Sara’s routine.

Lorina wrote:Yes, you're on the right track with your response!

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Lorina

Hi, Lorina, you really help me a lot ,thank you very much.