Ever wonder why kids seem to wake up a little taller every morning? It turns out, the magic of growth happens mostly at night while they’re fast asleep!

The Growth Hormone Party

During sleep, especially in deep sleep, the body releases growth hormone, which plays a big role in helping bones and tissues grow. It’s like the body’s repair and build time! This hormone helps kids' bodies strengthen muscles, repair tissues, and grow those long limbs they’ll soon be showing off.

Why Nighttime?
Nighttime is when the body has fewer distractions. During the day, kids are running around, eating, and using energy for all kinds of activities. But when they sleep, the body shifts its focus to growth and repair. Sleep gives the body uninterrupted time to produce and use growth hormone most efficiently, which is why getting a good night’s sleep is so important for growing kids.

Bones Stretching in the Dark
It’s not just about muscles and tissues—bones get in on the action, too! The long bones in the legs and arms are most influenced by the release of growth hormone, which helps them elongate. That’s why kids often experience "growing pains" at night—it’s their bones stretching and growing!