Sound Sleep Guide

Ignoring a child’s snoring problem isn’t wise, regardless of how difficult you perceive it might be to address the issue.   Children are sensitive to seeming different and may resist treatment if they feel their friends will know.  {However snoring in children can be a serious problem, and yet usually can be fixed relatively easily.}  {So if you’re looking to address this problem with your child, here are some quick tips you might want to consider.}

When addressing the issue of snoring in children, you can remind your child that this is a problem that many adults face.  Reminders that this is out of their control just like a pimple or a cavity can help.  While they may not appreciate having to talk about the problem, also point out to them that snoring in children is unhealthy and that it can damage their throat and mouth, and may be why they wake up with headaches or a sore throat.  You can also point out that usually a few simple things can be done to fix the problem.

Simple solutions like throat drops or sprays usually address snoring problems in children in the same way as with adults.  I works by coating the throat and keeping it moist through the whole night.  There is less rattling in the throat.  There are pillows that alleviate snoring issues for children, and many of them are almost identical to a “normal” pillow, preventing self-consciousness and embarrassment.   A quality snore pillow prevents the neck and head from falling back by cradling them, forcing respiration through mouth while asleep.  {Often a snore pillow is recommended to those who need support for their upper back and shoulders and can relieve muscle tension as well.}  This is good for the problem of snoring in children if they’re going to a sleepover at their friend’s house as people can rarely tell the difference between a snore pillow and a typical pillow!  

If your child has a severe snoring issue, that should certainly be discussed with his doctor.  Difficulty breathing may bring about snoring, so, of course, it needs to be looked at by a doctor.