Why melatonin shouldn't be a bedtime go-to for kids

MedicalXpress | mai 06, 2026

If your child has trouble falling asleep, you are not alone. And when a child does not sleep well, it can affect everyone's sleep in the home. Many families are looking for a simple solution, and melatonin often feels like an easy one because it is sold over the counter and is widely seen as "natural." But natural does not always mean that it is risk-free or the right choice for your child.