Relaxation

It is important for children to be relaxed before going to bed as this will enable them to more easily fall asleep. A consistent bedtime routine, including possibly a bath and definitely a bedtime story, read in a relaxing and quiet environment can help with this. Children can also learn techniques which can help them to better relax their bodies.

Relaxing Your Body

Repeat these simple movements 3 or 4 times 

-      Sit or lie somewhere quiet and comfortable

-      Stretch out your arms. Make a fist and then relax

-      Push your legs out, wiggle your toes and then relax

-      Shut your eyes tight and pull a scrunched-up face and then relax