Nursery World - Parent’s Guide

Some steps for parents to follow to help children get the right amount of sleep and avoid problems around bedtime. By Annette Rawstrone

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Getting a good night’s sleep for your child, and ultimately yourself, is often something that parents dream of. But by settling your child into a consistent bedtime routine it can become a reality and you can even have some time to yourself to recharge.

IMPORTANCE OF SLEEP

Sleep is essential for our survival:

Inadequate sleep can impair brain function, but good sleep supports cognition, concentration, productivity and performance. It can help improve problem-solving skills and aid memory.

Some physiological processes occur primarily while we’re asleep, such as muscle growth, release of growth hormone and tissue repair.

Poor sleep can lead to poor behaviour and hyperactivity.

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