It’s almost the end of National Bed Month and I think we have established one thing at least…
A great bed means a great night’s sleep!
But what if your child’s new bed, as comfortable and as spacious as it might be, is still not providing that all important, uninterrupted slumber?
Well fear not because we might just have the solution to help you achieve your night time goals.
A good night’s sleep is something which needs plenty of preparation, never more so than in the coming days when the clocks will move forward one hour. So we have put together a checklist with some ideas that could nudge your little one into the deep and restful sleep they so need.
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Routine is King. Stick to the same daily schedule wherever possible. Consistency is key when it comes to training those little bodies to sleep when nighttime falls. When the clocks go forward, move bedtime/mealtime/playtime gradually by 15 or so minutes over the course of a few days so your child’s body clock can adjust.
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Try to create a calming atmosphere in your child’s bedroom. Use soft lighting and soothing music if necessary. A tidy room always helps to promote a tidy, relaxed mind too. When the clocks go forward, close the curtains an hour before bed, to hint that it's almost time to sleep.
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Once you have all adjusted to the hour, give your child a particular bedtime and stick to it. More importantly, wake them up at the same time each morning.
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Encourage playing and running around, especially during this coming week. Exercise is a great way to prepare the body for sleep - but not too close to bedtime. Try and allow your child time to wind down at least three hours before they are due to sleep.
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Don’t let caffeine spoil their slumber! Most parents wouldn’t dream of giving their child a cup of coffee or tea but they might allow a soft drink which contains the stimulant…
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Reduce screen time to zero in the hours before bed. Whether it’s the stimulating content that children watch or the bright light which increases alertness, it has been proven that screens are detrimental to sleep.
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Don’t let your child go to bed on a full stomach or an empty one for that matter!
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Don’t let your little one have too many drinks close to bedtime. This could interrupt their sleep and lead to bedwetting too.
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Try not to let your child nap too close to bedtime as this may affect their ability to fall asleep later on.
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Invest in a comfortable, supportive mattress and a bed that suits your needs...
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