Tuesday, August 1, 2023

Back-To-School: The Parent Edition

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Back to School:

The Parent Edition

Parents, are you ready to send your child back to school?

With summer coming to an end, parents everywhere are getting ready for the hustle and bustle of the new school year. One of the most important things you can do to help your child succeed in school is to make sure they get enough sleep so that they are well-rested and better able to focus, concentrate, and learn in class.

Check out our 5 tips to help your child

get more sleep this year …

Tip 1: Stick to a regular sleep schedule

Try the 15-Minute Rule:

Gradually move your child's bedtime and wake time 15 minutes earlier each day to help their bodies adjust. By the end of the week, they'll be waking up feeling refreshed!

Tip 2: Create a relaxing bedtime routine

Help your kid wind down and relax before bed. Keep it simple:

Take a warm bath and use Cosy House Lavender Linen Spray to get the many sleep benefits of lavender essential oil by spraying it in your bathroom.
Read a book with your child or let them choose.
Listen to calming music to relax their mind and body.
Turn off electronics at least one hour before bed.

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Tip 3: Make sure their bedroom is dark, quiet, and cool

Everyone has a sleep-wake cycle that is reliant on light and darkness, including your child. Create a sleep-friendly environment for them by:

Using blackout curtains to block out light and create a dark and relaxing environment.
Using a white noise machine to block out noise and create a peaceful environment.
Keeping the temperature cool, ideally between 60 and 67 degrees Fahrenheit.
Getting regular exercise to tire them out during the day.

Tip 4: Know how much sleep kids need.

The general guidelines by age are (per day):

Newborns (0-3 months): 14-17 hours
Infants (4-11 months): 12-16 hours
Toddlers (1-3 years): 11-14 hours
Preschoolers (3-5 years): 10-13 hours
School-aged children (6-12 years): 9-12 hours
Teenagers (13-18 years): 8-10 hours

Tip 5: Get comfortable sheets

If your child's bed sheets are stuffy, hot, and uncomfortable, no amount of prep will help them get the quality sleep they need. The best back-to-school sleep solution is:

100% Bamboo Bed Sheets. Our bamboo viscose sheets are soft, breathable, hypoallergenic, and OEKO-TEX certified. They're perfect for kids who want to sleep soundly and feel comfortable!

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Want to learn more? Check out our blog to dive into more specifics and learn more about how our 100% Bamboo Bed Sheets can improve your quality of sleep!