Sleep In Children By Dr. Manvir Bhatia | Neurology Sleep Centre
Channel: Neurology Sleep Centre
Date: 2023-03-02

Sleep is very essential for children as it helps in their physical, emotional and mental health.
How Much Sleep Do Children Need?
The amount of sleep a child needs varies depending on the individual and certain factors, including the age of the child.
1-4 Weeks Old: 15 - 16 hours per day
1-4 Months Old: 14 - 15 hours per day
4-12 Months Old: 14 - 15 hours per day
1-3 Years Old: 12 - 14 hours per day
3-6 Years Old: 10 - 12 hours per day
7-12 Years Old: 10 - 11 hours per day
12-18 Years Old: 8 - 9 hours per day

Tips on How To Make Sure Your Child Gets a Full Night’s Sleep
A typical bedtime routine might include:

Turning off computers, TV screens, video games, and other bright lights
Putting on pajamas and brushing teeth
Reading a light book, singing a lullaby, or taking a bath
Picking a stuffed animal or security blanket for the night for toddlers

Sleep Hygiene Tips for Kids
Daytime habits also affect sleep. You can promote restful slumber in your children by following basic sleep hygiene rules:

Arranging a balanced schedule with interspersed periods of rest and play
Keeping a regular bedtime
Making the bedroom, and especially the mattress, a no-screen zone, even during the day
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Providing a healthy diet
Setting the thermostat to a slightly cooler temperature
Using dark curtains to block out light, or a nightlight if they’re scared of the dark
Keeping the bedroom quiet, or using a white noise machine to mask outside sounds
Avoiding caffeine, large meals, and sugary treats before bedtime, opting for a healthy bedtime snack if necessary.

Sleep Problems in Children
-Night Terrors and Nightmares
-Sleep Talking and Sleepwalking
-Snoring and Sleep Apnea
-Restless Legs Syndrome

Do not ignore any kind of sleep issues in children and should meet the sleep expert.

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