I recently read an excellent article titled Sleep Strategies for Kids and wanted to share it with my followers. There is no doubt that a child’s ability to sleep well is so important to a child’s health and mental well-being. By making some adjustments and improvements, you will be ensuring that necessary restful sleep. Here are four impactful tips:
Have a routine for your child. That includes a regular bedtime with perhaps, reading of a bedtime story and prayer time. There should be no cell phones, electronics, or screens available to the child once it is bedtime. I know many parents who physically remove all those items from their child’s bedroom to ensure a good night’s sleep.
Preferably, do not have your child sleep with a pet. I remember my own experience with my youngest son who wanted to sleep with his cat. Of course, she was very soft and cuddly but without fail, she would squirm around at night and wake him up. You can develop a routine for your child to say good night to a pet when the pet is sleeping in another room.
Make the child’s bedroom conducive to sleeping. Avoid as much noise in the room as possible. Add light-blocking shades or curtains. Have the room at the right temperature. It is recommended that a thermostat setting of 65 degrees will enhance sleep and avoid stuffiness in the bedroom.
Don’t discuss any topic that may make your child worry. And, don’t allow your child to watch any scary or violent programs – period!