this way your child sleeps better during a heat wave

Tropical temperatures are heading our way. Yes, that is quite nice when you lie on an air mattress in the water, but less pleasant in a sweltering bedroom. Still sleeping well during a heat wave? That’s how you handle it.

On Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, temperatures can reach – don’t be alarmed – 36 degrees or higher. During the day you can of course cool off by taking a dip in a lake or with another refreshing water outing. At night the heat is less pleasant, when you are sweating and puffing in bed.

This way your child sleeps better during a heat wave

The golden tips from child sleep coach Susanne Willekes and tutoring provider GoStudent, to help your child sleep well during a heat wave, are therefore just right. And you also benefit from it. Do they come:

• Open door, but still good to mention: leave windows and doors closed as much as possible during the day. Open them against each other in the evening, so that everything can air well. Even better: turn on the air conditioning a few hours before bedtime. You can also ‘tinker’ with it yourself with a fan.
• Before going to bed, put your children in a lukewarm shower. This not only causes their body temperature to drop, but also stimulates the production of melatonin, which helps them fall asleep faster.
• A wet washcloth on your child’s forehead provides the necessary cooling.
• Make sure your child drinks enough water during the day, especially on hot days. Does your child not like water? Then this is a good alternative.
• Sounds crazy, but give them an ice cube to suck on. And get one yourself.
• With temperatures above 30 degrees, pajamas are way too warm. Let your baby or toddler sleep in a romper with diaper or in a thin sleeping bag. For older children, only underwear is sufficient.
• Are the tips above not working? Then Susanne advises to reassure your child and to explain that sleeping may be a bit more difficult now that it is warm outside. A quick puff and it’s over.

Also read: How to keep the nursery cool when it’s hot outside

Source: GoStudent

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