When sunlight ☀️ enters our eyes, it signals the brain 🧠 to produce serotonin, often referred to as the “happy hormone.” Serotonin plays a role in regulating our mood, emotions, appetite, and digestion 🍴. Therefore, high levels 📈 of serotonin are associated with feelings of relaxation and calmness 🍃, which make it easier to fall asleep and stay asleep 😴
One of the key benefits of increasing 📈 your baby’s sunlight exposure ☀️ during the day is that it naturally boosts their serotonin levels, which are later converted into melatonin at night 🌙, helping your baby feel drowsy and ready for sleep 😴. Sunlight exposure ☀️ also promotes a healthy circadian rhythm and regulates their sleep/wake cycles 🔄
In summary, serotonin enhances 📈 mood and relaxation 🍃, converts to melatonin at night 🌙, and contributes to a consistent sleep pattern 🥰. On the other hand, low serotonin levels 🆘 due to minimal sunlight exposure 🌧️ can* lead to difficulties in falling asleep, insomnia 😳, and poor sleep quality 😩
If your baby continues to wake frequently despite plenty of natural sunlight exposure during the day and you need support to consolidate their sleep, book a consultation or download our Sleep Essentials Guide at www.settletosleep.com.au to restore sleep for you and your family 💫🩷🌸