Sleep

Sleep

Sleep is when we give our brains a break from being awake and we rest our bodies.

Getting enough sleep is really important for our physical and mental health.

The amount of sleep we need depends on our age. Usually the younger we are the more we need.

When we don't get enough sleep it can make us moody, tired and less clever at doing things.

If we usually don't get enough sleep we can get ill.

When we have a healthy sleep pattern we can cope better with the 'ups and downs' of life. This means that when things are bad we feel better sooner.

We tend to sleep better if we have a good bedtime routine. This means having quiet and calm time before going to bed.

Sleeping in my own bed

Sleeping in my own bed means that I sleep all night without getting out of my bed.

Sleep is super important for me and also for everybody else. I get the best sleep when I stay in my own bed.

Sometimes I might want to go and sleep with my mummy and daddy in their bed. If I do I might stop mummy and daddy getting a good night’s sleep. If I get out of my bed mummy and daddy might also be cross with me.

If I stay in my own bed mummy and daddy will be pleased with me. If I need a cuddle I have my bedtime toys. I can be brave and show my mummy and daddy that I am stay in my bed all night.

Staying in my own bed means everyone sleeps better. I can try to be brave and stay in my own bed all night.

 

Sleep HYgiene

Sleep hygiene is all about developing good habits to make sure you get the best possible sleep.

Sleep is super important for having a healthy body and mind. We can ensure we get enough quality sleep by having good sleep hygiene. The following can help:

Stick to a Sleep Time:

Try to go to bed and wake up at the same time every day. It helps your body know when it's time to rest.

Relax Before Bed:

Do something calming before bedtime.

Make Your Room Cosy:

Keep your room nice and dark, not too hot or cold.

No Screens Before Bed:

Try to avoid screens for an hour or two before bedtime.

Watch What You Eat and Drink:

Avoid big meals or sugary drinks close to bedtime.

Move Around:

It’s important to be active and exercise during the day! But try not to be too active right before bed.

Chill Out:

If you feel a bit stressed, try taking a few deep breaths. It can help your mind feel calm and ready for sleep.

Following a good sleep routine is really important for a healthy body and mind.

Sleep Routine

A healthy sleep routine is:

going to bed at the same time each night
falling asleep quickly
getting the right amount of sleep
waking up feeling good

Our bodies and brains need lots of sleep to work properly. When we have a healthy sleep routine we can cope better with the day. We are better at solving problems, talking to people and we get less annoyed when things don't go right.

We sleep better if we try to get to bed at usually the same time each day. This is because the body usually makes us sleepy at the same time each day.

We usually fall asleep better if we have calm time for an hour before going to bed. Having a bath or shower, reading or listening to music are things that can help us to get ready for sleeping.

A good sleep routine is good for our health. Trying to keep to our bedtime routine every night is best. But it is also OK if we sometimes change our routine because of family events and other special days.