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10 Ways to Help Your Child Get a Better Night’s Sleep for Parents
Many kids have trouble falling asleep or staying asleep at night. Here's how to help them sleep better.
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How Much Sleep Do I Need? for Teens
Teens need about 8 to 10 hours of sleep each night. But you might not be getting it. Here's why - and tips for getting more shut-eye.
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Sleep and Your 1- to 3-Month-Old for Parents
At this age, babies generally have their days and nights straightened out. Many infants even "sleep through the night," which means 5 or 6 hours at a time.
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Sleep and Your 4- to 7-Month-Old for Parents
By this age, your baby should be on the way to having a regular sleep pattern, sleeping longer at night, and taking 2 or 3 naps during the day.
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Helping Your Teen Get Enough Sleep (Video) for Parents
Not getting enough sleep can lead to physical and mental health problems in teens. By making a plan together, you can help your teen sleep better.
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A to Z: Central Sleep Apnea for Parents
Learn more about this condition, in which abnormal brain signals cause a person's breathing to stop and start repeatedly during sleep.
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Bed-Sharing for Parents
Bed-sharing increases the risk of sleep-related deaths, including SIDS. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends room-sharing without bed-sharing for the safest sleep environment.
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Sleep and Your School-Aged Child for Parents
School-age kids need 9–12 hours of sleep a night. If they don't get it, they may be cranky or moody, hyper, and have behavior problems.
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Is it OK to Sleep Less on Weekdays and More on Weekends? for Teens
Find out what the experts have to say.
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A to Z: Obstructive Sleep Apnea for Parents
Learn about this common sleep disorder, where a blockage of the airway during sleep can cause someone to temporarily stop breathing.