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 Supplements
Melatonin Safety for Children: What Parents Need to Know About Overdoses, Dosing, and Drug Interactions
Melatonin overdoses in children have risen 530% in ten years. Here's what parents need to know about safe storage, mislabeled gummies, drug interactions, and the latest expert guidelines.
Sleep Supplements
Melatonin and Heart Failure? Why I’m Not Losing Sleep Over the Headlines"
Originally published in my newsletter on November 5, 2025. If you find this useful, you can sign up here.
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Podcast
Episode 12: Melatonin and Magnesium Oh My
In this episode of 'The Sleep Edit', we dig into the topic of sleep supplements for children, specifically
A Teenager's Guide To Sleep
How To Help Your Child and Teen Keep Healthy Sleep Habits In The Summer
Summer vacation means freedom for most kids. However, sleep schedules tend to fall by the wayside during the summer months.
A Teenager's Guide To Sleep
Eight Teen Sleep Tips You Haven't Heard Before
Teenagers are more sleep deprived than ever before— about 85% don’t get enough sleep at night. There are lots
Commandments of Good Sleep
Prevent Sleep Problems in Kids: Keep Technology Out of The Bedroom
If you met me at a party, and wanted to know my best single piece of advice to keep your
Parent Toolkit
Five Sleep Myths Some Pediatricians Believe
Sleep problems in children are some of the most common concerns which parents have, but frequently pediatricians (and other clinicians)
A Teenager's Guide To Sleep
The Discomfort of Giving Sleep Medications to Healthy Teens
Last week, I published a long post entitled, Should My Child Take Melatonin? A Guide for Parents. In that article,
A Teenager's Guide To Sleep
Going on a "Light Diet": Avoid Insomnia By Managing Your Screens
Limiting light exposure at night is important for teenagers and adults to prevent insomnia. Here are some tips on why this is, and what to do about it.