10 Tips for Kids to Sleep Better – Try Now!

The word Sleep – brings the essence of soothing and calmness around. Isn’t it? Sleeping, a very important activity that makes one to stay fit, focused and gives better concentration. It is important that kids sleep better for their over all well-being.

I had a very hard time initially while raising my daughter as far as her sleeping pattern was concerned, she used to sleep 3am at night ang get up at 8am and whole day may be 1 or 2-hour sleep until she turned 3 years old. It was a mess, trust me!  Gradually with time and small tips from here and there I tried and am still trying to get it fixed so that she can have ample amount of sleep.

Here goes few quick tips for kids to sleep better which I jotted down for all parents out there-

1. Making Bedtime Routine

A fixed bedtime routine starting around the same time each night helps in constructing good sleep patterns. Also, it can be also taken ahead along with a bedtime story, a bath or simply conversations (for older ones). It usually works but takes the good number of weeks to get set, also it is important not to break it until you are completely held up with something that can’t wait.

2. Good Activities Before Sleep

Make sure your kid goes to bed in good mood and good way, sometimes kids go to sleep with angry mood etc. Make them happy before they sleep, so that they can sleep peacefully ang get up with refreshing mind & positivity. Let them sleep with a quick prayer and a goodnight kiss and affectionate hug.

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3. Keeping Fixed Sleep & Wake Times

Keeping fixed sleep & wake up times helps them to set their body clock in a regular pattern. It’s a good idea for weekends, holidays, and school days. Fixing routine plays an important role overall for child’s well-being.

4. Afternoon Naps

Afternoon naps for smaller kids and naps after coming back from school for little older ones should be also encouraged. It helps them to remain active and cheerful. Make sure they don’t take very long naps as it hurdles the early sleeping pattern for the night.

5. No Noisy or many Lights in the Room

Keep your kid’s bedroom out of noise & too many lights. Blue light from televisions, computer screens, phones and tablets delay sleeps. So, make sure these gadgets are away and not used before sleep in the kid’s room.

6. Eating at the Right Time

Make sure kids eat at the right time and right amount of food in the dinner. Eating less makes them cranky and enhances sleepiness. Also, eating at the right time is essential to set the body cycle for better health purposes.

7. Avoid Caffeine

Caffeine is in coffee, tea, chocolate powders and chocolate syrups and kids love to have it. Encourage your child to avoid these things in the late evening or after dinner. Instead, give them a glass of milk with almonds etc.

8. Keep Them Active During Daytime

It is important to introduce activities like exercises, yoga etc. in kids’ routine so that they remain active. Such activities during the day helps children sleep better at night as they get tired. Running around and playing sports is a great idea as well.

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9. No Uncomfortable Vibes

Make sure to bed is ready to sleep for kids, like clean bedsheets, comfortable quilts, fan/heater as per the climate etc. It is important to have relaxing surrounding for the good sleep.

10. Avoid Scary or Violent Content

Make sure not to tell any scary stories or letting them watch any horror content in the evening or before bedtime. It really impacts badly. Make them feel happy with good stuff, good stories, prayers etc.

Why Does Sleep Matter?

Sleep is very important for all age groups, though the duration differs for each. It helps the body to recover from any anxieties and helps the brain to process new information. For children, good sleep is required more as their growing brain needs it more for developing properly. The researchers say that learning of new tasks requires enough sleep so that they do it at an enormous rate, whether it’s a toddler walking/talking or a high-schooler studying for exams. So, teach your kids the importance of sleep by making it a priority in their routine.

Someone rightly said – Better Sleep, Better Life, Better Planet! Let’s make the one with following the quick tips. Do share your sleeping stories and struggles you are facing while making your kids sleep with peace. We are listening. For more parenting blogs, don’t miss checking PiggyRide Blog Corner.