10/02/2026
Ever had a child who is exhausted… but absolutely will not sleep? 😵💫
You’re not imagining it — and you’re not doing anything wrong.
For pre-schoolers (and the rest of us!), sleepiness comes from two biological systems working together:
🕰 Circadian rhythm – their internal body clock that responds to light and dark
🔋 Sleep pressure – the “tired tank” that fills up the longer they’re awake
When one (or both) of these are out of sync, kids can look wired, hyperactive, emotional, or suddenly full of bedtime energy — even though they desperately need sleep.
This is why:
• Late naps can delay bedtime
• Too much evening light (screens) can make sleep harder
• Busy days often lead to better nights
Sleep isn’t just about routines — it’s about biology. And once you understand that, things start to make a lot more sense 💛
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