Скачать или смотреть sleep problems in children? Dr sumeet Dhawan, pediatric and child neurologist in Chandigarh

Struggling with your child who can't fall asleep or stays asleep? Sleep initiation issues—taking 30+ minutes to nod off—and maintenance problems like frequent wakings plague many families, disrupting growth and mood. As a pediatric neurologist in child development, I see this often: racing minds from screens, irregular routines, or anxiety block melatonin, while night wakings stem from hunger, discomfort, or poor sleep cycles. Kids need 9-12 hours nightly, but these hurdles lead to cranky days, weak focus, and weakened immunity. Good news—targeted fixes restore restful nights fast!

For initiation, enforce a 7-8 PM wind-down: dim lights, no screens 90 minutes prior (blue light delays sleep by 1 hour), and calming rituals like warm baths or stories. Magnesium-rich snacks (bananas, almonds) 2 hours pre-bed boost relaxation without sugar spikes. Consistency is key—same bedtime daily advances their clock. If anxiety fuels it, try "worry dolls" or journaling fears pre-bed to offload thoughts.

Maintenance woes? Check environment: cool (18-20°C), dark, white noise machines drown disruptions. Rule out reflux or allergies causing wakings; lighter dinners help. For habitual stirs, gradual "camping out" method—sit by bed, fade presence over nights—builds independence. Track patterns: most resolve in 7-10 days with routine. School-age? Morning sunlight resets rhythms for smoother evenings.

Parents, model sleep hygiene yourselves—kids copy you. Persistent issues with snoring, bedwetting, or daytime sleepiness signal apnea or disorders; consult pronto. Reclaim peaceful sleep—your child's brain thrives on it. Start tonight for brighter tomorrows!#ChildSleepProblems #SleepInitiationKids #SleepMaintenanceTips #PediatricSleepIssues #BedtimeStrugglesChildren #KidsInsomniaFix #SleepRoutineKids #ChildNeurologyAdvice #MelatoninBlockers #NightWakingsSolutions #HealthySleepHabits #ParentingSleepHacks #ChildDevelopmentSleep #NoScreensBedtime #SleepAnxietyKids #RestfulNightsChildren #SleepCyclesKids #ToddlerSleepTraining #SchoolAgeSleep #BetterSleepChildren