The Straits Times Feature “Hush now and go to sleep”

A lack of sleep can impact a child’s health and academic performance, so it’s important to help them develop good sleeping habits. Dr. Petrina Wong, Consultant Paediatrician (Respiratory & Sleep), has reported a 20 percent increase in sleep issues among her patients. These problems primarily involve bedtime delays due to screen time and allergies caused by house dust mites, which lead to conditions like allergic rhinitis that disrupt sleep. The increase is attributed to more people staying home and greater exposure to household allergens. 

Read the full article to understand how sleep issues can affect a child’s behaviour, and the appropriate amount of sleep for your child as he/she grows here.

Credits: The Straits Times