Switching to shorter, half-size curtains can help, or better yet, get rid of the curtain fear altogether by replacing them with nonthreatening blinds. Tall curtains allow little imaginations to run wild, conjuring up images of someone, or something, hiding behind them. Parents report that curtains are often a source of fear in their children’s rooms. If there are mirrors in a child’s room, position them so they aren’t visible from the bed to allow their imagination to rest easy while they’re trying to drift off. Kids have overactive imaginations, so having a mirror in eye-line of their bed can increase the chance of them feeling like they’ve caught a glimpse of something scary.
'Replacing them with a smaller wardrobe, about half the size of an adult version, is ideal for promoting positive energy in a kid's room.'
He said: 'Large furniture and tall armoires bring down the positive energy in small children. Moreover, interior designer and feng shui expert Deepika Adhikari explained they can also contribute to negative energy in a child's bedroom. Wardrobes are a common source of worry for children due to the fear of what could be lurking within. Its playful aspect creates a relaxed atmosphere, ideal for driving away bad dreams.' 'A cabin bed is recommendable if the child is not yet old enough to climb a high bed on their own. He said: 'The height of a loft bed can make a child feel protected and away from danger. However, did you know that creating more space under the bed could help?ĭoctor Po-Chang Hsu explained that a loft or cabin bed could be just the thing to battle nightmares. The most common childhood fear is monsters under the bed. The experts revealed that décor changes, such as swapping for a loft bed or furniture with rounded edges, using blinds instead of curtains and using calm wallpaper and artwork could eradicate these monsters