Did You Know Children Grow When They're Asleep?

Most parents would think twice before putting their children’s feet into ill fitting shoes which could potentially harm their development, so why are many parents unaware that a thin, cheap and unsupported mattress can affect a child’s growth?

A two year old child can grow 2 ½ inches (6cm)* per year until adolescence. After this it usually slows down but growth can continue until the early 30s. To ensure a child grows properly, deep, restorative and uninterrupted sleep needs to occur. It is only when in the deep sleep phase that the important growth hormone is released into the bloodstream.

To ensure the best possible night’s sleep, Sealy have developed some of the most technologically advanced beds in the world. With the largest research facility of any bed company, their latest bed range is unparalleled in comfort and support. Each bed is zoned along its length to provide greater “push back” support to different areas of the body according to where weight is concentrated. The beds also contain the newest technology to prevent allergies which can disturb sleep for so many.

A recent survey by Allergy UK predicted that potentially 12 million people in the UK are allergic to their homes, that’s 1 in 4 of us, and more specifically house dust mites, which reside in pillows and mattresses. House dust mite allergies cause runny noses, sneezing, wheezing, coughing and headaches – all of which cause disturbed sleep, which could in turn affect a child’s growth. They are also a serious irritant to children suffering from asthma.**

Only Sealy beds have the latest in sleep technology called SMART FIBRES. These fibres contain probiotic friendly bacteria which keep house dust mites at bay and reduce allergens to create a fresher mattress. The innovative mattress material is completely safe for children to use, the results are achieved naturally, as the fibres have not been chemically treated in any way. By reducing the presence of allergens and dust mites in the mattress the children have a healthier and cleaner sleep environment which should prevent them from being disturbed during the night and so allow them to grow to their full potential.

References

·       *    http://kidshealth.org/parent/growth/growing/childs_growth.html

·       **  www.asthmas.org.uk

·       1.1 million children are currently receiving treatment for asthma in the UK. That’s 1 in 11 children

·       At least 1 child in 7 will have ‘wheezing’ at some point during their first five years

·       Out of 56 countries worldwide, the UK has the highest prevalence of severe wheeze in children aged 13-14