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.
Possible cause is A still-developing sense of size and strength.
Action to take If your child is afraid of being flushed down the drain, he may prefer showers or sponge-baths. Let him use a child's toilet seat or a potty until he's more confident. Help him develop a sense of his size and strength. Action to take Prepare for new experiences by talking about them, but be careful not to make your child apprehensive. Let your child take her time getting used to new situations.