scholarly journals Bedtime routine (child)

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
George Kitsaras
Keyword(s):  
Bedtime Routine

scholarly journals Bedtime Oral Hygiene Behaviours, Dietary Habits and Children’s Dental Health

Children ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 8 (5) ◽  
pp. 416
Author(s):  
George Kitsaras ◽  
Michaela Goodwin ◽  
Michael P. Kelly ◽  
Iain A. Pretty
Keyword(s):  
Oral Hygiene ◽  
Dietary Habits ◽  
Dental Health ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Study Data ◽  
General Anaesthetic ◽  
Dental Disease ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Important Relationship ◽  
Bedtime Routine

Background: Oral hygiene behaviours as well as dietary habits before bed can affect children’s dental health resulting in higher prevalence of dental disease. Dental disease can affect children’s health, development and even school performance. If left untreated, dental disease can progress and it can lead to extractions under general anaesthetic causing further distress for children and families. Consistent and appropriate oral hygiene behaviours and dietary habits can prevent dental diseases from occurring in the first place. Objective: This cross-sectional study examines the relationship between oral hygiene behaviours, dietary habits around bedtime and children’s dental health. Methods: A total of 185 parents with children between the ages of 3 and 7 years from deprived areas participated in the study. Data on bedtime routine activities were collected using an automated text-survey system. Children’s dental health status was established through examination of dental charts and dmft (decayed, missed, filled teeth) scores. Results: In total, 52.4% of parents reported that their children’s teeth were brushed every night. The majority of children (58.9%) had dmft scores over zero. In total, 51 (46.7% of children with dmft score over 0 and 27.5% of all children) children had active decay. The mean dmft score for those experiencing decay was 2.96 (SD = 2.22) with an overall mean dmft score of 1.75 (SD = 2.24). There were significant correlations between frequency of tooth brushing, frequency of snacks/drinks before bed and dmft scores (r = −0.584, p < 0.001 and r = 0.547, p = 0.001 respectively). Finally, higher brushing frequency was associated with a lower likelihood of a dmft score greater than 0 (Exp(B) = 0.9). Conclusions: Despite families implementing oral hygiene behaviours as part of their bedtime routines those behaviours varied in their consistency. Results of this study highlight the need for additional studies that consider bedtime routine-related activities and especially the combined effects of oral hygiene practices and dietary habits due to their potentially important relationship with children’s dental health.

scholarly journals Perceived Barriers and Facilitators for Bedtime Routines in Families with Young Children

Children ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 8 (1) ◽  
pp. 50
Author(s):  
George Kitsaras ◽  
Michaela Goodwin ◽  
Michael Kelly ◽  
Iain Pretty ◽  
Julia Allan
Keyword(s):  
Young Children ◽  
Social Role ◽  
Theoretical Domains Framework ◽  
Structured Interview ◽  
Perceived Barriers ◽  
Sources Of Information ◽  
Important Health ◽  
Motivation For Change ◽  
Past Experiences ◽  
Bedtime Routine

Objectives: Bedtime routines are a highly recurrent family activity with important health, social and behavioural implications. This study examined perceived barriers to, and facilitators of, formulating, establishing, and maintaining optimal bedtime routines in families with young children. Design: Participants completed a semi-structured interview based on the Theoretical Domains Framework (TDF). Analysis followed a deductive approach. Participants: A total of 32 parents participated in the study. Most participants (N = 30) were females, were white (N = 25) and stay at home parents (N = 12). Results: Key barriers included lack of appropriate knowledge and sources of information, problematic skills development, social influences, cognitive overload, and lack of motivation for change. Facilitators included social role, access to resources, positive intentions, beliefs about consequences and reinforcement. In particular, optimal bedtime routines were less likely to be enacted when parents were tired/fatigued and there was a strong effect of habit, with suboptimal routines maintained over time due to past experiences and a lack of awareness about the importance of a good bedtime routine. Conclusions: Several theory-based, and potentially modifiable, determinants of optimal bedtime routines were identified in this study, providing important information for future interventions. Several of the key determinants identified were transient (tiredness) and/or non-conscious (habit), suggesting that future interventions may need to be deployed in real time, and should extend beyond conventional techniques.

scholarly journals The Effect of a Voice-Centered Psycho-Educational Program on Maternal Self-Efficacy: A Feasibility Study

2021 ◽  
Vol 18 (5) ◽  
pp. 2537
Author(s):  
Helen Shoemark ◽  
Marie Dahlstrøm ◽  
Oscar Bedford ◽  
Lauren Stewart
Keyword(s):  
Qualitative Analysis ◽  
Feasibility Study ◽  
Self Efficacy ◽  
Educational Program ◽  
Depression Scale ◽  
Parenting Confidence ◽  
Maternal Voice ◽  
Bedtime Routine ◽  
Infant Cues ◽  
Confidence Scale

This study examined the effect of a brief psycho-educational program, Time Together, on maternal self-efficacy, mother-infant bonding, and mood/anxiety for community-based mothers. This program centered on maternal voice, timing of interplay, and recognition of infant cues. A convergent parallel mixed-methods design included quantitative measures: the Karitane Parenting Confidence Scale, the Mother-Infant Bonding Scale, Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale and State & Trait Anxiety Inventory, and a sequential qualitative analysis to elaborate on the quantitative findings. Significant changes on the Karitane Parenting Confidence Scale were found. Qualitative analysis of the participant interviews and reflective diaries from the two weeks following the psycho-educational program confirmed that participation enhanced mothers’ ability to understand their infant, to soothe their infant when distressed, to play and to establish an effective bedtime routine. This feasibility study indicated that this is a promising approach to improve early mother-infant interaction and maternal self-efficacy.

Sleep and Bedtime Behavior in Preschool-Aged Children

PEDIATRICS ◽  
1983 ◽  
Vol 71 (2) ◽  
pp. 153-158 ◽  
Author(s):  
Antonio U. Beltramini ◽  
Margaret E. Hertzig
Keyword(s):  
New York ◽  
Sex Differences ◽  
Daily Life ◽  
Frequency Of Occurrence ◽  
Older Children ◽  
Falling Asleep ◽  
Age Trends ◽  
Night Awakening ◽  
Bedtime Routine ◽  
Preschool Aged Children

Age stage-specific changes in patterns of sleep and bedtime behavior were examined in 109 normally developing preschool-aged children who were the subjects of the New York Longitudinal Study of Temperament and Development. The data were derived from information abstracted from interviews conducted with parents about the behavior of their children in daily life situations at 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 years of age. The following age trends were found: older children were significantly more likely to exhibit a prolongation of bedtime routine, insist on sleeping with the light on, take a treasured object to bed, request parental attention after being told good night, and experience delays in falling asleep than were younger children. The frequency of occurrence of night awakening was not different at the different age levels examined, although older children were significantly more likely to experience nightmares. The fathers of older children were significantly more likely to participate in bedtime routines, and older children were also significantly more likely to share a bedroom with a sibling. No sex differences were found.

scholarly journals 0982 Content Analysis Of The Features And Claims Of Smartphone Applications For Children’s Sleep

SLEEP ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 43 (Supplement_1) ◽  
pp. A373-A373
Author(s):  
I Talker ◽  
J L Kaar ◽  
S L Simon
Keyword(s):  
Empirical Evidence ◽  
Sleep Problems ◽  
Bright Light ◽  
Evidence Base ◽  
Smartphone Applications ◽  
Research Support ◽  
Empirically Supported ◽  
Children’S Sleep ◽  
Google Play ◽  
Bedtime Routine

Abstract Introduction Empirically supported treatments for pediatric sleep problems exist but many families turn to other sources for help with their child’s sleep, such as smartphone applications (apps). Sleep apps are easy for families to access but little evidence exists regarding the validity of the services and information provided. The goal of this study was to examine the features and claims of sleep apps for children. Methods A search of the Apple iTunes store and Google Play Store was conducted using the terms “kids sleep” and “baby sleep”. 635 apps were initially identified. Apps were excluded if they were not specifically for children (n=163), not for sleep (n=152), or if they had &lt;100,000 downloads (n=246). Content analyses were used to assess the apps functions, claims, and evidence base. Results A total of 74 apps were examined of which only 4% offered sleep improvement strategies. The majority were sound and light apps (77%) and 19% were bedtime games/stories. The apps were highly rated (average 4.4 out of 5) and most were free (54%); the price of paid apps ranged from $0.99 to $119.99 (annual subscription). Only 2 apps were identified as containing empirical evidence, and all of the apps featuring games and stories to be used as part of the bedtime routine are in opposition to the recommendation to avoid the melatonin-suppressing effect of electronics/bright light before bedtime. Despite this, many apps boasted claims that they will help children “fall asleep instantly,” “cry less and sleep better,” or improve child development. Conclusion A large variety of sleep applications exist aimed for use with children. Many boast claims that cannot be supported by empirical evidence, and indeed may be in opposition to research support. Collaboration between sleep researchers and technology developers may be beneficial for the creation of evidence-supported apps to help with children’s sleep. Support N/A

Treatment of Sleep Disorders in Children with Developmental Disabilities

1996 ◽  
Vol 21 (3) ◽  
pp. 114-122 ◽  
Author(s):  
V. Mark Durand ◽  
Peter Gernert-Dott ◽  
Eileen Mapstone
Keyword(s):  
Developmental Disabilities ◽  
Behavior Problems ◽  
Sleep Disorders ◽  
Behavioral Interventions ◽  
Children With Autism ◽  
Multiple Baseline ◽  
Extinction Procedure ◽  
Sleep Diaries ◽  
Bedtime Routine ◽  
Children With Developmental Disabilities

Sleep disorders in children with developmental disabilities are a common and frequently disruptive behavioral concern. In the present study, four children with developmental disabilities (two of the children exhibited frequent night wakings and two had bedtime disturbances) were treated using a multiple baseline across subjects design. Sleep diaries were used to monitor changes in each child's sleep throughout treatment. Establishment of a consistent bedtime routine combined with a graduated extinction procedure for nighttime behavior problems resulted in a decrease in night wakings for two children (a 7-year-old girl and an 11-year-old boy) and a decrease in bedtime disturbances for two children (a 2-year-old girl and a 12-year-old boy). This series of interventions highlights the heterogeneity of maintaining variables in sleep disorders and the effectiveness of relatively simple behavioral interventions for the treatment of night wakings and bedtime disturbances in children with autism and other developmental disabilities.

scholarly journals Night-to-night variability in the bedtime routine predicts sleep in toddlers

2019 ◽  
Vol 49 ◽  
pp. 18-27 ◽  
Author(s):  
Amanda Prokasky ◽  
Matthew Fritz ◽  
Victoria J. Molfese ◽  
John E. Bates
Keyword(s):  
Bedtime Routine

640 Regular bedtime routines and biological obesity risk among 9-year old children from the Fragile Families Child and Wellbeing Study

SLEEP ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 44 (Supplement_2) ◽  
pp. A250-A251
Author(s):  
Alicia Chung ◽  
Peng Jin ◽  
Jesse Moore ◽  
Joao Nunes ◽  
Azizi Seixas ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Fat Mass ◽  
Family Income ◽  
School Connectedness ◽  
Home Visits ◽  
Fragile Families ◽  
Healthy Weight ◽  
Parent Child Relationship ◽  
White Children ◽  
Factors Affecting ◽  
Bedtime Routine

Abstract Introduction Obesity rates among Hispanic (26%) and Black (22%) children are considerably higher compared to their white counterparts (14%), which evidence suggests may be attributable to biological, behavioral, and psychosocial factors affecting the family unit. Bio-behavioral factors in the household may affect child health behaviors, including sleep, a known predictor for obesity. Hispanic and Black children report shorter sleep duration, later bedtimes, and are often lacking in bedtime routines, compared to white children. Evidence suggests that early childhood routines are highly predictive of overweight status in children. Herein, we investigate whether bedtime routines are associated with the genetic allele for obesity in a racially diverse sample of children. Methods Data for the present analysis emanated from wave 5 (Year 9--2007–2010) cohort of the Fragile Families Child and Wellbeing Study dataset. During home visits, interviews with children’s mother and father during home visits, around the target child’s ninth birthday collected data on home routines and other parent-child relationship and school connectedness topics. Saliva samples were also collected at Year 9 to assess telomere length and DNA methylation levels and changes. The independent variable was regular bedtime routine, and biological variable for fat mass and obesity (rs9939609) was the dependent variable. Adjusted covariates included child’s age and BMI, and parent household income. Results Analysis of the final sample of 466 children showed 52% of the children were male and were 9 years old, on average; 35% were White, 46% Black, 20% Hispanic, 4% Asian and 5% other. The median family income was $42,500. The child’s sleep measures captured was ‘children have a regular bedtime routine’ was associated with (β = -0.137, p = 0.01) decrease in the odds of having the genetic allele for obesity. Conclusion Regular bedtime routines among 9-year old Black and Hispanic children may be associated with genetic alleles related to fat mass and obesity. Regular bedtime routines could aid in promoting healthy weight in children. Support (if any) NIH (T32HL129953, K07AG052685, R01MD007716, R01HL142066, K01HL135452, R01HL152453.

Improving Bedtime

2008 ◽  
pp. 53-60
Author(s):  
V. Mark Durand
Keyword(s):  
Sleep Restriction ◽  
Intervention Selection ◽  
Bedtime Routine

Chapter 6 explores improvements that can be made to the bedtime routine. Intervention options are discussed, along with intervention selection, dealing with family resistance, and steps for graduated extinction and sleep restriction.

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