It can be unsettling when your child wakes at night saying their legs hurt. Some children may point to their calves, thighs, knees, or shins. Others may simply cry, ask to be carried, or find it hard to explain where the discomfort is coming from. Leg pain in children can happen for many reasons. It may be linked to active play, muscle tiredness, minor bumps, changes in physical activity, footwear, posture, or temporary discomfort after a busy day. Some children may also desc