I'm a sleep expert - here's how you can get your children to doze off quickly on Christmas Eve Christmas Eve is perhaps the most exciting night of a young child's year - which makes getting them to sleep as they await Santa's arrival a little challenging.
Renowned sleep expert, Dave Gibson, has teamed up with Viabiotics to share his in-depth strategies to help parents get their children to sleep on Christmas Eve (stock image).
Here, he shares his complete guide to help both children and parents get a restful night's sleep this Christmas Eve.
According to experts at Viabiotics, the excitement of Christmas triggers the release of neurotransmitters in the brain, including dopamine and adrenaline, which can make children feel more alert.
His eight tips include setting a later bedtime in the days leading up at Christmas, sticking to regular routines and advice for managing anxiety and excitement.
