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What
Causes Sleep Problems in Children?
We all struggle to sleep sometimes and children
are no exception. Sometimes sleep problems become
chronic and a pattern of insomnia sets in. This can
cause much frustration for children and their parents
and can even result in relationship difficulties if
the problem is not addressed. If you find yourself
struggling to put your child to sleep night after
night, then it is important to do something about
it.
Here
are some of the main causes of insomnia in children
and babies:
- Teething
- Lack of routine and
bedtime ritual
- Childhood depression
or trauma
- Family problems
- Intestinal worms
- Diet high in sugar and
stimulants like coffee and tea
How is Insomnia in Children Usually Treated?
As a parent, you will know that
sleep remedies especially formulated for children are few
and far between. In desperation many parents resort to using
pain killers, cough medicines, antihistamines and other over
the counter medicines. This is very bad for children and can
seriously affect their health. These medicines have not been
designed to use as sleep aids for children and regular use
can result in addiction, nightmares and chronic insomnia.
Doctors sometimes prescribe scheduled drugs for children to
help them sleep. Once again, these drugs can result in addiction
and do not solve the problem in the long term. Side effects
are common and children are often very drowsy in the morning.
What is Du Du and how can
it help?
Du Du is a safe and effective
herbal remedy specially formulated by our Clinical Psychologist
to calm and relax young children and induce a state of drowsiness.
Du Du can safely be used by all children and babies
over the age of 6 months and is gentle and non-addictive
and will not drug your child. Together with
consistent discipline, a regular routine and night time ritual
and a loving home environment, Du Du can help to break
poor and irregular sleep patterns and restore peace to your
home.
Du Du is different because
it is formulated especially for children and uses herbs and
homeopathic remedies in a natural formula which is safe and
effective.
Now with added homeopathics!
Some children remain difficult to put to sleep,
no matter what you do - especially those
with stubborn sleep problems and children who tend to become agitated,
and restless at bedtime. There are children who become anxious
around bedtime as they anticipate a struggle with tired parents
and this makes them exhausted, tearful and 'difficult' to manage,
yet determined not to go to sleep! To solve this problem, we have
increased the calming properties of the herbal ingredients and
added proven homeopathic remedies to make Du Du Drops even more
effective for a wider range of childhood sleep problems.
How Do We Use Du Du?
Du Du comes in an economical and concentrated
drop formula which is easy to administer to
children and babies alike. Because it is in
drop form, dosage can easily be adjusted according
to age. Simply dilute the appropriate number
of drops in a little water, juice or milk just
before bedtime. The dosage may be repeated during
the night if your child wakes up and cannot
get back to sleep.
Dosage:
Children 6 months -
12 years: 1 or 2 drops per age year of
the child about 15 minutes before bed. For children with stubborn sleep problems, it is better to
give the lower dose and then repeat if necessary within
30-45 minutes. Should the child wake up more
than 3 hours later, dosage may be repeated again.
Babies younger than
6 months old: Use
Triple Complex Sleep Tonic
Children over 12 years
old: 15 - 20
drops or use
Serenite Plus Drops for teenagers and adults.
How quickly does
Du Du work?
Du Du is concentrated and especially formulated
for rapid absorption into the system. Drowsiness
usually results within 5 - 10 minutes.
What
are the ingredients in Du Du Drops?
Du Du contains the following natural, effective
and child-safe natural ingredients:
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Matricaria recutita (Chamomilla).
In Beatrix Potter's wonderful childhood tales, Peter
Rabbit's mother used chamomile to put her little bunnies
to sleep - and for very good reason! Chamomile has long
been known as the world's most soothing plant and has been
used by mothers of many generations to safely relax their
young children and induce a state of peaceful sleepiness.
Not only does it promote drowsiness, but it also calms digestive
upsets and colic, soothes teething toddlers and relaxes
anxious children.
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Passiflora incarnata. Clinical
studies have demonstrated the effectiveness of this herb
in the treatment of anxiety and insomnia and it is well
known and respected as a mild sedative and tranquilizer
in naturopathic circles. Passiflora is also useful in treating
colic and its high safety profile makes it a gentle, yet
very effective choice for treating the symptoms of insomnia
and other sleep problems
in babies and young children.
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Coffea C30. Homeopathy works
on the principle of 'like treats like' and homeopathically
formulated Coffea is an excellent remedy to calm the over-exited
and irritable person. Children who become very sensitive,
restless and 'unreasonable' at bedtime will benefit from
this proven homeopathic remedy.
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Cina C30. Also homeopathically
prepared, Cina works well for children who are irritable,
'touchy' and tend to have temper tantrums at bedtime and
who often twitch, toss and turn in their sleep. Also beneficial
for those who grind their teeth and for children with intestinal
worms.
How has Du Du
helped others?
My daughter is 5 years old and has
been having nightmares - she is afraid to
go to sleep. I got so desperate I am ashamed
to say that I even gave her a big dose of
cough medicine and paracetamol to try and
get some peace. (which I will never do again)
Thank you for a wonderful product that has
really worked. Even the nightmares have
gone!" Jill, Pinetown, KZN.
"We have struggled to get our twins
to sleep ever since they were born and
have always been reluctant to use anything
that might harm their health. We tried
Du Du on a friend's recommendation and
have been very impressed from the very
first day. Peace reigns in our house in
the evenings once again!!!" Bill
and Karen McGregor, Cape Town.
"I am very happy to be able to recommend
Du Du to any parent. It is very effective
and has helped to settle my daughter at
night without the usual fuss and struggle
that used to go on for hours. It is great
to have a natural product that works so
well without causing any harm." Sara,
Edgemead
Du Du Drops are developed
with care by our practicing Clinical Psychologist
especially for babies and children with
sleep problems. Du Du Drops are 100% natural, safe, and manufactured
according to the highest pharmaceutical
standards. Individual ingredients are
well-researched and have been put to the
test over the years as a complement to
the treatment of real people with real
problems
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Michele
Carelse M.A. (Clinical Psychology)
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Revised:
November 09, 2007
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