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Sleep and Your 8- to 12-Month-Old for Parents
Sleep problems are common in the second half of a baby's first year. It's best to respond to your baby's needs with the right balance of concern and consistency.
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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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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.
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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 Preschooler for Parents
Preschoolers sleep about 10 to 13 hours during each 24-hour period, and it's important to help them develop good habits for getting to sleep.
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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.
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Why Do I Feel Paralyzed Before I Fall Asleep? for Teens
Sleep paralysis can happen just once and never again.
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What Sleep Is and Why All Kids Need It for Kids
When you get a good night's sleep, it's like giving your body a tiny vacation. Find out the scoop on sleep in this article for kids.
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What to Do if You Can't Sleep for Kids
Are you having trouble sleeping? Find out how to get your ZZZZZs.
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Why Does My Body Jerk Before I Fall Asleep? for Teens
This body movement is called a hypnic (or hypnagogic) or myoclonic jerk.