Dr. Craig Canapari
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How Your Child's Sleep Actually Works

Understanding sleep cycles explains why your child keeps waking up — and what you can do about it.
Craig Canapari MD

by Craig Canapari MD

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Originally published March 2026. Last reviewed/updated by Dr. Craig Canapari, MD in March 2026

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