Is it normal for a 16 year old girl to sleep in the same bed with her mom?

Question

Her dad died a long time ago, so she's not making him sleep on the couch or anything.

Do you think she just likes to sleep with her mom or is there some disorder where she would be likely to do that?

Answer 1

I'm in agreement with most here. It seems it's a security issue and possibly a very loving and nurturing home. What you have to remember is that some peoples homes are very close and loving, this doesn't mean there is anything improper going on. I know when I was in my early teens, if things happened or bothered me I would go to my moms bed just to be hugged. Children need a since of love and compassion and who better to get it from then a parent. As adults we kind of think we have out grown it from our parents, but the need is still there. Being able to fill that need in a caring way must be a joy.

Answer 2

Well, I used to sleep with both my parents until I was about 11.  But, of course I still had both my parents, I was (and still am) insecure and their presence helped me through.  And when I was with them, no "bad people" could get me at night while I was sleeping.  And when my mom worked the night shift at a local store, I would sleep in the same bed as my dad.  I liked the warmth, and since I'm a momma's girl, being able to sleep there helped me get through not having her home.  I think this is kind of like what this girl you're talking about is going through.  Her dad died, so her and her mom both kind of need the warmth and each other.  Being 16 shouldn't matter, it's nice that she still even wants to sleep with her mom.  It is normal, many girls probably do it now a days and too many of them are too shy to talk about it.  

There is no disorder, nothing to worry about.  It's just, maybe a little insecurity.  But it's normal and fine, as long as she doesn't sleep there when she's 40.  :)

Hope I could help!

Answer 3

she's probably just lonely

Answer 4

It's fine. Keep sleeping with your mom, it shows how much you love her. I love when my kids just come in and lay on my bed. It makes me so happy. No matter how old you guys get, you are still mom's baby, I don't care if you are 116.  

Answer 5

in some cultures that's considered quit normal.

Answer 6

its most likely a security thing,but she might want to try her own room once in awhile,or maybe sleep on an air mattress in moms room...

its not something she should do everynight,both females need some privacy

Answer 7

She might feel lonely, or maybe her room is just too cold.

I bet people will say otherwise, but this is fine. She'll grow out of it in time.

Answer 8

My daughter was 23 when her dad died/my husband and she slept with me for almost a year.   She has since been married, but a few times when she is home she will crawl in bed with me and spend the night.   If being in the same bed gives them the security they need who cares.  

Answer 9

not really you should talk to her. GOOD LUCK!!!