Gro-Clock

If you have been woken up in the early hours with the kids thinking it’s morning, you will appreciate how the Gro-Clock may help!

For children aged 2 or more who are too young to read an ordinary clock, the Gro-Clock has a glowing screen showing images of moon and sun to help communicate the difference between sleep and wake-up time. The stars go out one-by-one during the night to show the passing of time. and the changing images will encourage children to stay in bed longer as they learn to ’stay in bed until you see the sun’.

The silent operation enables baby to continue sleeping as the display changes, and adjustable screen brightness allows you to choose the best amount of light you need. There is also an optional digital clock and audible alarm feature, so you can use it as a normal clock as your child grows up. The Gro-Clock is mains powered (adapter included) and comes with a beautifully illustrated sleepy farm story book. Sleepy Farm tells the tale of a very tired pig, to help reinforce the message of the importance of a good night’s sleep.

The Gro-Clock has won some rave reviews including the one below. If you want to see more reviews CLICK HERE.

“We bought this clock for our son for his birthday, when he turned 3 a month ago. He had been waking at 5.30 – 6.30 wanting to get into our bed or to get us sleeping on the floor in his room.

We showed him the demo of Moon with stars countdown and how “Mr Sunshine” would appear when it was “morning” – we optimistically chose 7am. From the first day it worked – I must say I was amazed, he did wake me at 5.30 to tell me the moon was still there for a couple of days.

But he is now checking before he shouts us in the morning – we hear him stir then go quiet if it’s pre-7am, then we are woken with a cheery, “Mummy it’s morning – the sunshine is here”.

My friend has had similar joy with hers too.

Well worth a try – and the clock is lovely addition to boy or girl’s nursery – much nicer than the other “pre-time-telling” clocks available.

I think it would even suit children younger than 3 as it comes with a cute storybook to introduce the idea to them at bedtime.”

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See the Gro-Clock

Infant sleep problems can cause havoc with your life and somedays you’ll wonder if you’ll ever get a good night’s sleep!

Latest UK suggestions are that you shouldn’t really give your child any un-prescribed pills and medicines before they are 6-years-old, although it can be tempting. If you search the web, you will no doubt come across people suggesting you give your child melatonin, but please don’t unless it is prescribed! Try some of the following first.

It’s common to have difficulty getting your child to bed and a good routine is essential. As part of your bedtime routine for infant sleep problems, make sure your child’s bath contains sleep inducing aromas such as lavender, but please check these are suitable for infants first. Warm milk, a favourite cuddly toy and a bedtime story are old favourites, and will reduce infant sleep problems by relaxing the child.

Other methods can work for some children, but remember that what works for one child may not work for another. Nightwave is a visual system that shows a blue beam of pulsing light on the ceiling or wall. The child (or adult) focuses on the pulsing light and settles into a calm breathing rhythm and eventually sleep. This product has got some good reviews as has the Gro-Clock which is particular great for infant sleep problems that include early wakers. Instead of numbers, the clock clearly shows sleep and wake time by using colour and symbols with a soft background light. Reviews suggest that parents have had good results with this despite its simplicity. Sound therapy may also induce sleep in children and adults by affecting the brain’s rhythms by the use of CDs that play specific sound patterns.

Infant sleep problems do not mean you have to start your child on sleep medications and should be used only as a last resort, and only after they are prescribed by your doctor. Good luck and I really hope some of the above helps you get you some sleep!

Read more about the Gro-Clock HERE.

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