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My 6 year old daughter has always been a troubled sleeper, so to say i place her in bed, read a book and kiss her goodnight never has happened.  The best we ever had was to check on her every minute (usually lasts about 15 times) until she is out.  In the night if she wakes, my husband or I usually sit with her for a minute or two until she goes back.  What I just described is a good night.  

At this point I even let her brother sleep with her and that worked for a while but now she is panicked if he falls asleep first. Even if i go in and lay on her floor and fall asleep before her she panics.  I am tired, and confused.  I'd like to say I tried everything, but I am sure I did not and apparently am doing it all wrong otherwise I guess I'd get a better result.  I tried things from the reward system to the negative of taking away privledges.   In the heat of the moment she is willing to give up everything to just jump in my bed so I can hold her tight.  In the morning she is full of the begging, new found hope, bravery and promises.  I must be asking too much, and really am getting very down about how to handle this. Any advise is appreciated.