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Diwali celebrations and sound sleep: Ensure your child strikes the right balance

Festive season particularly Diwali brings joy, excitement, and a break from the daily routine. For children, these celebrations are a time of anticipation, with the promise of presents, sweet treats, and quality time with family and friends. However, the festivities often disrupt their regular sleep patterns, leaving parents concerned about maintaining their child's well-being. This season of celebrations usually involves later bedtimes, irregular meals, and heightened excitement. These disruptions to a child's daily routine can make it challenging to get the recommended amount of sleep, which is crucial for their physical and mental development. Therefore, it is important to balance festivities with sound sleep for children to achieve this delicate equilibrium, says Dr. Paras Kumar, Consultant Neonatologist and Paediatrician, SPARSH Hospital, Bangalore.

Here are some tips for your child for a sound sleep amidst Diwali celebrations:

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