I agree with the others that this is normal - sorry! My 19 month old still does this (and TBH it's often more than every 2-3hrs). I think some children just don't sleep that well and have that need for extra reassurance.
I agree with Snacks, that accepting it makes it a bit easier. If you are constantly thinking something is wrong and trying to change them, you feel upset and frustrated and like it's something you are doing wrong. Once you accept this is perhaps just how your little person is, it can be easier. And hopefully it helps a little to know you aren't alone!
It is very tiring, so you have my sympathy.
Have you looked into food intolerances? I know DD1 was terrible with sleep and was able to pinpoint it to 1 food colouring in particular and I am certain other foods were affecting her. May be something to check out what you are eating and what you DD is eating, especially is something new has been introduced recently.
Another thing to try is some of the homeopathic sleep remedies, such as Brauer's Calm and I think Rescue Remedy has a sleep one out now. I have had some help with that in the past. Maybe even pick up some Rescue Remedy for yourself.
I have also found that sometimes they do just go through that phase. DD2 about that age needed to be settled on a sling whilst I stood in the lounge room, then suddenly she was fine with being settled back in the bedroom in the dark.
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