Hello Ujwala ji I understand your concern — when a young child struggles with sleep, it can disturb both his physical and mental balance. But dont worry we are here to help you out😊
✅ SIMPLE HOME REMEDIES
✅Warm Milk with Herbs (Night Tonic) Give him 1 cup of warm milk at bedtime with: 1 pinch jaiphal (nutmeg) powder 1/4 tsp ashwagandha churna This calms the nervous system and promotes deep natural sleep.
✅Head and Foot Massage (Padabhyanga)
Massage his head and soles of feet every night with warm sesame oil or Brahmi oil. Relieves Vata, reduces anxiety, and promotes sound sleep.
✅ Tulsi and Chamomile Tea
Give him a cup of tulsi + chamomile herbal tea in the evening. It soothes nerves, helps reduce overthinking, and relaxes the mind.
✅ Lukewarm Bath Before Bed
A warm water bath 30 minutes before sleep helps calm the body and relax muscles.
✅ Early Dinner & Light Food
Dinner should be light, warm, and before 8 PM — moong dal khichdi, soup, or vegetable stew. Avoid heavy or spicy food, coffee, and tea after evening.
✅LIFESTYLE AND ROUTINE
Digital detox: No mobile or screen use 1 hour before bed. Bedtime routine: Dim lights, soft music, or light chanting before sleep. Yoga & Pranayama: Anulom Vilom, Bhramari, and Yoga Nidra are excellent for calming the mind.
Morning sunlight: Encourage him to wake up early and ge15–20 minutes of morning sun exposure to reset the body clock.
✅ Ayurvedic Medicines (if needed)
Manasmitra Vatakam – 1 tab at night with warm milk. Tagara Churna – 1/4 tsp at bedtime.
With a regular sleep schedule, calming diet, and mind-relaxing remedies, your son can expect improvement within 2–3 weeks.
Continue these practices long-term to maintain balance and restful sleep.
Wishing your son a good health😊
Warm Regards Dr Snehal Vidhate
Follow this Daily Routine Go to bed 10 PM sharp; no screens 1 hr before. Wake up at 6:30-7 AM daily 15-min walk post-dinner; warm shower 9 PM.
Home Remedies Shankhpushpi Milk: Boil ½ tsp Shankhpushpi powder in 1 cup milk + ½tsp Jaiphal powder (nutmeg), drink 9 PM. Warm Brahmi Taila massage 5 mins on soles before bed. Do reverse counting from 100 to 1.
Brahmi Vati 1-0-1 after food
Diet Advice Dinner: Light khichdi + ghee by 7:30 PM. Avoid: Tea/coffee/chocolate after 4 PM; heavy/oily food. Snack: 4 soaked almonds + 1 banana 5 PM.
Follow these for 1 month and if sleeplessness still persists, than go for Shirodhara with Brahmi Tail for 10 days at your nearby Panchakarma centre.
Regards Dr Gursimran Jeet Singh MD Panchakarma
Don’t worry take shankapushi syrup 20ml bd, manasamithra vatakam 1tab bd enough
HELLO UJWALA,
Your son’s sleeplessness means his mind and body are not able to relax naturally. Even though he tries to sleep early (9pm), he falls asleep only very late at night and wakes up late in the afternoon. This shows that his internal biological clock (circadian rhythm) is disturbed.
From an Ayurvedic point of view, sleeplessness happens mainly because of -Vata dosha aggravation - cause restlessness, overthinking, light sleep -Pitta dosha aggravation- irritability, mental heat, and nighttime wakefullness -Weak digestion fire-> production of Ama (toxins)-> disturbs mind and sleep -Overuse of scree time, stress, irregular eating and sleeping habits -lack of proper daily routine
TREATMENT GOALS -balance doshas -calm the mind -detoxify the body -restore natural sleep -stregthen nervous system
INTERNAL MEDICATIONS
1) ASHWAGANDHA CHURNA= 1 tsp with warm milk at night for 3 months = reduces stress nourishes nerves and helps restore natural sleep
2) BRAHMI VATI= 1 tab twice daily after meals for 3 months =improves concentration, relaxes the mind, and reduces anxiety
3) JATAMANSI CAPSULE= 1 cap at night for 2 months = excellent for calming the nervous system and inducing peaceful sleep
4) TAGARA CAPSULE= 1 cap at night for 1 month =a natural sedative that relaxes mind and nerves
5) SARASWATARISHTA= 15 ml + equal water twice daily after meals =enhances brain function, improves concentration, reduces stress
EXTERNAL TREATMENT
1) HEAD MASSAGE= use Brahmi taila -massage scalp gently for 10 min before sleep =relieves tension, improves blood flow to brain, induces calmness
2) FOOT MASSAGE= massage soles of feet with warm ghee =reduces vata, improves circulation and triggers sleep centres
HOME REMEDIES
1) NUTMEG MILK= mix a pinch of nutmeg powder in a cup of warm milk. drink 30 min before bed =induces sleep naturally
2) WARM GHEE ON FEET= apply ghee on soles at bedtime - relaxes body
3) CHAMOMILE OR TULSI TEA= herbal tea In evening- calms nerves
4) CINNAMON AND HONEY MILK= 1/4 tsp cinnamon + 1 tsp honey + warm milk- Balances Vata pitta
YOGASANAS -balasana= calm mind -viparita karani= reduces stress -shavasana= full relaxation before sleep -paschimottanasana= relaxes nervous system
PRANAYAM -Anulom vilom= balances left right, induces calmness -bhramari= soothes nerves and enhances melatonin -deep abdominal breathing- 5 min before bed, relaxes bodyy
LIFESTYLE AND BEHAVIOURAL CHANGES -fix same sleep and wake times every day -avoid daytime naps- especially after 4 pm - no screen time tv, phone, computer after 8 pm -keep bedroom dark, cool, quite, and free of electronics -avoid overthinknig or studying in bed - maintain positive thoughts and gratitude before sleeping
DIET -warm, freshly prepared easy to digest meals -milk, gruel, rice, moong dal, wheat, dates, almonds, ripe fruits -warm soups and soft cooked vegetables -herbal teas like tulsi, chamomile, or cardamom
AVOID -cold, dry, stale and junk food -spicy, oily, or fried food at night -cafffiene - tea, coffee, cola, chocolate -eatingheavy meals after 8 pm
USEFUL -take dinner at least 2 hours before bedtime and drink warm water after meals to aid digestion.
Sleeplessness at this age is usually functional, not due to disease- meaning it can be completely cured with lifestyle correction and Ayurvedic support
Consistency is key. Medications and changes must be continued for minimum 6-8 weeks for natural sleep rhythm to return
Encourage your son to reduce screen time, practice yoga and maintain mental calmness
Once sleep improves, slowly reduce the supplements - the goal is to restore natural, effortless sleep
DO FOLLOW
HOPE THIS MIGHT BE HELPFUL
THANK YOU
DR. MAITRI ACHARYA
Start with Ashwagandha churan 0-0-1tsp at bedtime with warm milk Cap. Brahmi 1-0-1 after food with water Tagar tablet 0-0-1 Jatamansi ghanvati 0-0-1 Both with warm water after dinner. Light massage on head with Brahmi oil Do Nasya with Brahmi grith 2 drops in both nostril once daily. Avoid screen time 1 hr. Before sleeping time Night warm water bath before dinner.
No need of Any medication Just Set a Proper routine for him. He should do 30 min Physical exercise daily at empty stomach. Outdoor Sport activities for atlist 1 hr. Avoid TV or Mobile Screen exposure 2 hr before bedtime. Keep the room completely dark while sleeping. If he is having any other issues related to digestion or mental health related then you can connect with me for the medicine.
