How to prepare children for the change of time

Although many families do badly because of the adaptation of the children's dream, the truth is that in many countries around the world, twice a year, the time is changed to take advantage of the sun's energy as much as possible . In the fall, one hour is delayed, so that the children sleep more. In

Although many families do badly because of the adaptation of the children's dream, the truth is that in many countries around the world, twice a year, the time is changed to take advantage of the sun's energy as much as possible.

In the fall, one hour is delayed, so that the children sleep more. In the spring, one hour goes by, with which the children sleep an hour less. Pediatricians advise preparing children before the time change occurs. How? We tell you

The time change and the children

The Spanish Association of Pediatrics (AEP) advises to prepare the children a few days before the time change so that they can adapt little by little to the new schedule. The change of time usually affects especially children who have sleep problems, which can hinder concentration and mood, and lead to irritability, anger and fatigue in children.

In general, the symptoms at the time change vary according to the character and the way of being of the children, which means that it may affect some more than others. It is worse in the case of having to advance the time, since children have an hour less to sleep. The children who have more difficulty adapting to the changes, the doctors recommend some tips:

- Advance 15 minutes for lunch and bedtime.

- Close the windows one hour before.

- Serve a very light dinner for the children.

- Avoid carbonated drinks that contain caffeine.

- Avoid prolonged naps.

- Avoid intense physical or intellectual activities in the hours before going to bed.

- Avoid children having contact with electronic devices before going to bed.