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Child Sleep

Nurture healthy habits and help your child sleep with our expert-backed guides and resources.

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Spring forward without losing sleep: 5 tricks to adjusting to Daylight Saving Time with kids

DST is around the corner, and sadly, there are no exemptions for the already-sleep-deprived.

Updated Mar. 06, 2024
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Toddlers ‘don’t need a nap’—until they do: The viral TikTok every parent can relate to

But why do toddlers resist naps like they’re giving up their life’s greatest work—only to knock out five minutes later in a corner?

Updated Nov. 25, 2024
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Does my child have sleep apnea?

Kids can be affected by this condition, too—here’s what to know.

Updated Jan. 31, 2024
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25 positive phrases to say to your kids at bedtime

“You have such a kind heart.”

Updated Oct. 02, 2024
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Eye-opening viral video shows difference between effective and ineffective ways to handle bedtime

Dealing with difficult bedtimes on the regular? Get ready to take notes.

Updated Nov. 21, 2023
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Jenna Bush Hager says her four-year-old son still sleeps in his crib

"It's normal to have a 4-year-old, your last child, nicely in his crib where he feels safe, right?" she asked

Updated Oct. 19, 2023
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Why kids delay bedtime with “One more thing…” and what you can do

Bedtime struggles don't have to derail your night or mood.

Updated Oct. 26, 2022
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Does screen time before bed affect your child’s sleep? Here’s what the research shows

Screen time may seem like a good way to wind down, but it can impact sleep quality and quantity.

Updated Oct. 31, 2022
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A sleep scientist shares her best sleep tips for traveling with babies and kids

Changing time zones? Jet lag? Late arrival? No problem.

Updated Mar. 19, 2024
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My motherhood boundary: I don’t share my bed with my kids

Some might call this selfish; I call it setting healthy boundaries for myself.

Updated May. 31, 2022
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It’s OK to prioritize your baby’s nap schedule

It might be a holiday or special occasion, but you know what your baby needs.

Updated Nov. 10, 2022
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This is the biggest indicator of a kid’s happiness, according to survey

Getting enough sleep made children twice as likely to report feeling happy lots of the time.

Updated Apr. 21, 2022
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Daylight Savings 2024: How to ‘fall back’ with kids without losing sleep

Here's what you need to know to be prepared for daylight saving time.

Updated Nov. 01, 2024
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