Melatonin For Children? A Guide for Parents
Melatonin is widely used for children's sleep problems, but often misunderstood. Here's what parents and pediatricians need to know about when to try it and how to use it safely.
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Sleep 101
Avoiding Sleep Problems with Falling Back: Your Child and the End of DST
Ahh, autumn. Halloween costumes, fall foliage, carving Jack-O-Lanterns and enjoying the crisp bite of a fresh apple. Those of use
Sleep Training
Camping Out Sleep Training: A Gentle Technique That Works
If your child is struggling with sleep (either problems fall asleep, or staying asleep) they may benefit from sleep training.
Sleep Training
How Long Will My Child Cry During Sleep Training?
I get asked this question all of the time. Parents are understandably worried about how long their baby will cry
Sleep 101
Five Things Parents Should Know About Sleep
Recently another blogger asked me for the five most things I thought that all parents should know about sleep. It
Sleep 101
How Much Sleep Do Kids Need? (With Bonus Grown-Up Info)
As a sleep expert, I understand how important it is for parents and caregivers to ensure their children get enough
Parent Toolkit
Prepping For Your Child's Specialist Visit: A Toolkit
Currently, we are booking months out in our Sleep Clinic. This is a common problem for parents and families given
Commandments of Good Sleep
How Children and Adults With Chronic Pain Can Get More Sleep
I first met Dr. Valerie Crabtree several years ago at the Sleep Meeting in Boston after going to a great
A Teenager's Guide To Sleep
Later School Start Times Can Save Lives
The documentary Sleepless in America on the National Geographic Channel starts with the powerful story of a man who lost
Commandments of Good Sleep
Get That Television Out of Your Kid's Room. Now.
What would you say if I told you that there is one thing you can do to avoid sleep problems
Asthma
Why Asthma Won't Keep Your Child Out Of the Olympics
The Olympics are a bit deal in my house, especially for my wife, whose obsession with the Olympics is well
Commandments of Good Sleep
Be A Bedtime Drill Sergeant
Like all parents, we have learned what works in our home through trial and error with our little boys, who
Parent Toolkit
Good Enough Sleep
I have a confession to make. My children are not perfect sleepers. My five-year old boy used to always sleep
Presentation
"Evaluation of Sleep Disorders" Presentation Materials
I'm giving a presentation today for primary care doctors at the annual "Primary Care Pediatrics" CMD