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- Bright lights and constant noise help babies and children fall asleep and stay asleep.
- To help your baby sleep better, reduce sudden and bright noises and early morning noise.
- White noise or soft music can help babies and children calm down.
Light and sleep
A dark room is less stimulating for your child. This can help them feel calm and relaxed. A dark room also signals to your child that it is time to rest.
When your child is sleeping, they will sleep better if the amount of light in the room is the same as when they are sleeping.
Noise and sleep
Some children may fall asleep with little background noise. Others prefer to be quiet. Children are easily awakened by sudden sounds or changes in background noise. If the noise is consistent, your child may find it easier to fall asleep and stay asleep.
Tips for managing light and noise
The following tips can help you reduce light and keep noise in your child’s sleep environment:
Block out sudden noises. You can close doors and windows, hang curtains or thick blankets over windows, and install air vents under doors.
Close doors, windows, curtains, etc. to block out morning light and noise. This may help your child sleep longer in the morning if he doesn’t hear traffic or other early-morning sounds. Try to create a low noise level in the room where your child sleeps. Soft music can help children fall asleep. If your child wakes up easily, white noise or the sound of rain can help calm them. They can also block out sudden sounds.
When getting your baby or toddler ready for bed, try dimming the lights. During the day, closing the curtains or blinds can help your child sleep.
