Babies need a lot of sleep. When they’re between four and 11 months old, they need 12 to 15 hours a day (nighttime…
Children, Teens & Sleep
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One of the most challenging things about becoming a new parent is easing into a sleep routine that works for baby and parents…
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Mary A. Carskadon, PhD How much sleep do teens need? And how much sleep are they realistically getting? Based on current data, we…
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After safety and nutrition, how much sleep a child gets is uppermost in a parent’s mind. The amount your child needs varies by…
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What should I do if my child says he or she is too scared to go to sleep? Listen and understand. Try to…
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Children, Teens & Sleep
Is Your Child’s Snoring A Sign of Obstructive Sleep Apnea?
by hoanglaotaby hoanglaotaHabitual snoring is usually not a reason for parents be concerned. As many as one in 10 kids under the age of 10…
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Loud, sleep-interrupting snoring may seem like an adult-specific issue, but children aren’t immune. About 20% of kids snore from time to time, and…
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Melisa Moore, PhD As every parent, grandparent, relative, and friend of a child with difficulty sleeping knows, sleep problems have a strong impact…
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Rafael Pelayo, MD Why might a healthcare provider recommend a sleep study for a child? Sleep problems tend to perpetuate themselves over time.…
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Giving up naps is a major milestone for a small child. But unlike taking her first steps or saying his first words, the…