I’ve been thinking a lot about habits related to sleep issues in children, after having finished The Power of Habit by Charles Duhigg (affiliate link). The dictionary defines habits as “a settled or …
Six tips for better sleep in lockdown, online school, and quarantine
https://youtu.be/VZZIBri_qV0 (Check out the video! My kids had a heavy hand in this one. . .) As we head into what promises to be a very long winter, many kids and parents are looking at online …
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Insomnia in Covid– article in the New York Times
I was pleased to be quoted by Catherine Zuckerman in this very nice article on insomnia in the Covid-19. Between election stress, Covid stress, kid stress, it's clear that many people are struggling …
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Avoiding Problems When “Falling Back”: Daylight Saving Time and Your Child
Ahh, autumn. Halloween costumes, fall foliage, carving Jack-O-Lanterns and enjoying the crisp bite of a fresh apple. Those of use who live in New England often cite this season as the finest of the …
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Melatonin For Children? A Guide for Parents
Pediatricians frequently recommend melatonin for children with sleep problems, or parents might try it themselves. However, the proper use of melatonin is frequently misunderstood. Here is a guide …
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“My Child Can’t Sleep During Quarantine”: What you can do
Is your child struggling with sleep during the Covid-19 lockdown? You are not alone. Many parents have told me that their child can't sleep during quarantine. I reached out and heard from hundreds of …
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