"Eûzü bi-kelimâtillâhi't-tâmmeti min gazabihî ve ikābihî ve şerri ibâdihî ve min hemezâti'ş-şeyâtîn ve en yahdurûn." (I seek refuge in the perfect words of Allah from His anger, His punishment, the evil of His servants, and the whispers and presence of devils) .
While prayers provide spiritual peace, child development experts emphasize that "fear" is a normal survival mechanism.
For general protection, it is highly recommended to recite Surah Al-Falaq and Surah An-Nas , which were revealed specifically for protection from harm. Additionally, reciting Ayatul Kursi before bed is believed to provide angelic protection throughout the night.
Islamic tradition offers several specific supplications intended to calm the heart and provide a sense of divine protection.