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Tag: restless sleep in children

Sleep and Behavior in Children

More families are asking a different question now. What if it is not just behavior? For years, parents have been told to focus on behavior plans, school support, therapy, evaluations, and diagnosis. Those steps can be helpful and important. They can give children structure, support, and a path forward. Still, many families feel like something […]

Scalloped Tongue in Kids

clinical photo of scalloped tongue

A scalloped tongue in kids can be easy to miss, but it may be telling an important story about oral function, breathing, and growth. When the sides of the tongue look wavy or indented, it often means the tongue is pressing against the teeth because there is not enough room in the mouth for it […]

Snoring and Mouth Breathing in Children May Be a Sign

child snoring

Many parents hear their child snore and assume it is harmless. It can sound minor, common, or even a little funny at first. In many homes, snoring gets brushed off as just another childhood phase. Parents are often told their child will outgrow it and that there is no reason to worry. The problem is […]

High-Signal Pediatric SRBD Risk Screener

Purpose: This rapid screener focuses on 10 clinically significant symptoms of Sleep-Related Breathing Disorders (SRBD) in children, providing a quick assessment of high risk.

Instructions: Please choose the option that best describes your child's behavior for each question.
1. Does your child snore?
2. Does your child often sleep with their mouth open, or appear to be a 'mouth breather' during the day?
3. Has your child had recurrent or chronic tonsillitis or been told they have enlarged tonsils/adenoids?
4. Does your child grind their teeth (bruxism) or clench their jaw during the night?
5. Does your child sweat excessively during sleep?
6. Is your child restless in bed, often changing positions, or sleeping in unusual positions?
7. Does your child wake up during the night after falling asleep?
8. Does your still child wet the bed regularly?
9. Is your child abnormally tired, drowsy, or irritable during the day?
10. Is your child's concentration or attention span noticeably poor, leading to problems at school or home?