Starry Eyed Sleeping

Decorating a child’s bedroom takes care and consideration, especially if they are at a transitional age. Choosing a suitable décor will ensure your child’s room is a comforting space that can grow with them. Celestial themes are a great choice as they aren’t outgrown quickly, and incorporating astronomy is a fantastic homage to the immersive world we live in. Bring out the inner explorer in your child by using rich navy wallpaper so they can travel across the sky and spot the stars without their head leaving the pillow. Blue is also a great colour for calming heart rates and feelings of worry.

Fargo Farleigh Grey Bunk Bed
 
Here are a few other tips for avoiding those night-time niggles…
 
Sleeping in a room full of clutter creates a chaotic atmosphere. It’s important to keep the space around you in good order. Having ample storage is a sure-fire way to keep a child’s bedroom tidy. Clearly label accessible drawers or storage tubs so your child can easily find the right place to put away their things and feel included in the bedtime routine. Have set times for play and include ‘tidy up time’ as a part of the sequence to create a positive flow when winding down for the day.

Children sleep better in darker spaces, so try and limit the light that comes through, especially in the summer. Blackout blinds or curtains are a brilliant light-blocking solution. If your child is scared of the dark, invest in a nightlight. Sleep.org advises to ‘use one with a red bulb.’
 
Children are growing constantly, both mentally and physically, and nightfall is when a child’s brain recuperates from the day and their bodies develop. Finding a mattress that’s responsive to fidgeting and daily growth is vital for rest. Pocket sprung and open coil mattresses are much more responsive and supportive to a child’s body and both maintain their shape over a period of time.

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