SHORT SLEEP FOR BABIES AND TIPS TO HELP THEM SLEEP

Is your child frustrated and fussy during the day at times? Read more to learn why they are fussy and how you can help them. 

WHY DO TODDLERS NEEDS SHORT SLEEP/NAPS?

- Kids need about 12 to 14 hours of sleep in a day

- Only a few kids can sleep for 12 hours at night

- Most kids sleep for 9 to 10 hours at night and sleep 4 hours during the day in the form of short sleep/naps

- Kids who don't get 12 to 14 hours of sleep get irritated, frustrated. They don't eat well and find it difficult to sleep at night

- Proper and complete sleep helps a child's brain development

- 12 to 14 hours of sleep in a day helps your baby stay healthy, energetic, and happy.

TIPS TO MAKE YOUR CHILD SLEEP

- Read stories, sing songs and cuddle them (hugs, kisses, and tickles) before going to sleep

- Dim the lights or switch off the lights, play some soft music

- Create a regular sleep schedule for your child, so the child's body will get used to sleeping at the same time every day