On the sleeping "issue" did they try any ambient sounds while the child goes to sleep? Try rain/ocean sounds. They help the brain rest and also may prevent any sudden noises from waking the child. Also showing their exhaust and maybe anger while trying to put the child to sleep may stress her. Separation anxiety maybe? There's lot of things that need to be "checked".
One year old understands what you speak to her, so did they tell her that they're tired and need to go to sleep? The
The problem might also be deeper and psychologist opinion could help, the baby might have some basic needs that are not recognized by the parents.
While putting your child to sleep is one thing try to look at the big picture. If you raise your children while not understanding basics of his/her biology and brain functions do not expect good results. It's not that hard to read a little. People
People who let their children "cry-out" hurt them, period! Long stressful conditions damage brain cells. Who would want
Instead of training your children, try to hurtunderstand their children? Instead of training your children like animals try to understand their needs and meet them.needs and meet them. Then everything will look different. It is hard for us, who were brought up like that, but just break the "training" circle and understand your children. For
For those who would like to know more I recommend reading books by Scandinavian author Jesper Juul - Your Competent Child, Family Life and other titles as well.