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What Causes Poor Sleep In Children?
Question: my grand son who is 3 and grand daughter who is 1 they dont sleep well. Now I come from a large famiy. My kids all slept well one of which is the father of these kids. But no matter what we do play music, babby massages, putting them down at a regular time you name it we have done it they still do not sleep and at times cry most of the night. We have had them checked and were told they will GROW OUT OF IT...
Brief Answer:
Following suggestions...
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
I understand your concerns.
There is nothing worrisome. Some children act like your grandchildren. They are still very young and full of energy.
Now, I usually advise parents of children with the same sleeping problems as your grandchildren to avoid giving them:
- caffeinated drinks: cola, energetic drinks, etc.
- foods or candies that contain coffee
- avoid juices with extra sugar. Instead, homemade foods/drinks are the best choices
- avoid putting them asleep in the afternoon. It is better to make them asleep only before noon.
- let them play all the day, avoid staying in front of TV for too long. So, it will be easier for them to sleep at night (they will be exhausted).
- warm bathes can also calm them down and prepare to go to sleep.
It is good that you put them down at the same time at night, however, try not to get them involved in activities like playing music or massages. Just, put them inside their beds, and ask them to close the eyes and have sweet dreams.
It is a tough time to go through, but, you will succeed at the end. All the best!
Let me know if I can assist you further!
Dr.Albana
Following suggestions...
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
I understand your concerns.
There is nothing worrisome. Some children act like your grandchildren. They are still very young and full of energy.
Now, I usually advise parents of children with the same sleeping problems as your grandchildren to avoid giving them:
- caffeinated drinks: cola, energetic drinks, etc.
- foods or candies that contain coffee
- avoid juices with extra sugar. Instead, homemade foods/drinks are the best choices
- avoid putting them asleep in the afternoon. It is better to make them asleep only before noon.
- let them play all the day, avoid staying in front of TV for too long. So, it will be easier for them to sleep at night (they will be exhausted).
- warm bathes can also calm them down and prepare to go to sleep.
It is good that you put them down at the same time at night, however, try not to get them involved in activities like playing music or massages. Just, put them inside their beds, and ask them to close the eyes and have sweet dreams.
It is a tough time to go through, but, you will succeed at the end. All the best!
Let me know if I can assist you further!
Dr.Albana
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
that is the problem we have done that.
My daughter in law has a degree in early child hood
and her mom is an ocupational therapists..
and all our knowledge and tricks are not working
even boiled up lettuce leaves and had them drink that..
and they just do not sleep...
so we will keep working and thanks so much for the suggestions
they usually go to bed around 7pm TV watching is minimal...and nothing works...
My daughter in law has a degree in early child hood
and her mom is an ocupational therapists..
and all our knowledge and tricks are not working
even boiled up lettuce leaves and had them drink that..
and they just do not sleep...
so we will keep working and thanks so much for the suggestions
they usually go to bed around 7pm TV watching is minimal...and nothing works...
Brief Answer:
Need patience while they grow up...
Detailed Answer:
Hi back,
Thank you for following up.
If that is the case, then, it is because of the personality of the children. You need to be patient while they will grow up.
All the best to all of you! Let me know if I can assist you further! If no other question, kindly close this discussion and rate my answer! Thank you!
Dr.Albana
Need patience while they grow up...
Detailed Answer:
Hi back,
Thank you for following up.
If that is the case, then, it is because of the personality of the children. You need to be patient while they will grow up.
All the best to all of you! Let me know if I can assist you further! If no other question, kindly close this discussion and rate my answer! Thank you!
Dr.Albana
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Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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