Proven advice for better sleep in kids and parents
Pretty soon, the clocks go forward as we "spring ahead" on Sunday, March 8th. We set our clocks ahead an hour as we re-enter daylight saving time. If you do not have children (and are not working …
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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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Are sleep regressions real? Kind of. What should parents do about them? Read on. . . One question I get asked all the time is what to do with a sleep “regression”. If you are not in the know, a …
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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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Lucas Rockwood, an entrepreneur and yoga teacher, invited me on his podcast to talk about sleep and health, in children and adults. From the description of the episode: My second child has black …
Safe sleep in infancy is a challenging topic for tired parents. A recent study shows that car seats can be surprisingly risky for sleeping infants. Although memories of the first month or two of my …
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