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• Common Sleep Problems for Teens

  
  

  Sleep problems can keep some teens awake at night even when they want to sleep. If that sounds like you, find out what you can do.

• Naps for Parents

  
  

  A good nap can keep kids from becoming overtired, which not only takes a toll on their moods but might make it harder for them to fall asleep at night.

• 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.

• Is it OK to Sleep Less on Weekdays and More on Weekends? for Teens

  
  

  Find out what the experts have to say.

• 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.

• Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) for Parents

  
  

  SIDS is the leading cause of death among infants 1 month to 1 year old. Though SIDS remains unpredictable, you can help reduce your infant's risk.

• 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.

• Breastfeeding FAQs: Sleep - Yours and Your Baby's for Parents

  
  

  Here are answers to some common questions about breastfed babies and sleep - from where they should snooze to when they'll finally start sleeping through the night.

• Can Lack of Sleep Stunt Your Growth? for Teens

  
  

  Find out what the experts have to say.

• 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.