| Support for Anxious Children at The University of Toledo Concerned your child may be experiencing anxiety that is out of control...check out this ATTACHMENT for more information. Children and Sleep Habits 
Sleep problems don't just effect a child's nights, they disrupt their days too. Lack of sleep can cause your child to havelearning delays and be:- hyperactive
- less alert
- easily distracted
- physically impulsive
- injured from increased falls
- overweight
| Infants | 14-15 hours | | Toddlers | 12-14 hours | | Preschoolers | 11-3 hours | | School-age | 10-11 hours | | Teenagers | 9-10 hours |
Establish a bedtime routine- Turn TV and computer off an hour before bedtime, allowing for quiet play
- A warm bath and comfy pajamas will help your child ease into sleep
- Take care of all of the "have-to's" like brushing teeth, going to the bathroom so your child won't ask after they're in bed
- Read to your child or let them read to you for 10-15 minutes
- Give your chidl a big hug, tell them that you love them, turn off the light (leaving just a night light on) Pray with them, then say "goodnight" and leave the room
Children thrive on routines so be consistent even on the weekends Get Busy People ~ Do something kind for others :)  |