A child waking in tears with achy legs, just as they’ve settled for the night — growing pains are a common but distressing part of childhood.
If night-time growing pains are disturbing your child, here are the gentle natural remedies parents reach for.
Why growing pains strike at night
Growing pains are achy legs, often after active days, that tend to flare in the evening and night.
- Achy legs, a deep ache in the calves, shins or thighs.
- Worse at night, flaring in the evening once they settle.
- Active days, lots of running and playing leaving legs tired.
The short version: growing pains are achy legs that flare at night, and gentle support helps soothe and settle.
Your natural toolkit — and which to reach for
Here are the gentle natural picks parents reach for for growing pains. Always check age suitability with your pharmacist or GP first.
Sanatur Magnesium — reach for this if achy, restless legs need mineral support.
Weleda Chamomilla 30c — reach for this if your child is fretful and unsettled with the ache.
Viburcol — reach for this if they’re generally unsettled and out of sorts.
Simple things that genuinely help
- Always check age suitability with your pharmacist or GP.
- Gently massage achy legs at bedtime.
- A warm bath before bed can soothe the ache.
- See your GP if pain is severe, one-sided or persistent.
The bottom line
Growing pains are distressing but harmless, and gentle care goes a long way. With natural support and a soothing bedtime routine, your child can settle — and United Remedies is here for the whole family.
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