Children generally outgrow stranger anxiety by about age 1. Have the baby-sitter engage your toddler's attention with a book or game. Assure your child that you'll be back soon and then leave quickly. Action to take Quietly comfort your child and change his diaper if necessary. Put him back in his bed and stay until he is calm.
Children usually settle down with reassurance.
Nightly waking may continue for weeks or months. Possible cause is Normal fearfulness. Action to take The fears will fade with time. Run noisy appliances during naptime or in a room away from your child. During storms, hold your child and talk calmly to show you're not afraid.