Are toddlers scared of the dark? My 18 month old sleeps alone in his room. Should I be leaving the light on?

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It's difficult to say if toddlers are scared of dark or not. At their age, they probably do not even know what fear is. However, it is quite understandable that you, as a parent, are worried for your child's safety. If you want to feel more assured and relaxed, a good idea would be to leave maybe a dim light on in your child's room. That should be enough. Bright light can interfere with your child's sleeping patterns and may even prove to be a distraction.

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