Sleep

• Naps

  A good nap can keep kids from becoming overtired, which not only takes a toll on their moods but might make it harder for them to fall asleep at night.

• Night Terrors

  A night terror seems similar to a nightmare, but it’s far more dramatic. Night terrors can be alarming, but aren’t usually cause for concern or a sign of a medical issue.

• Nightmares

  It’s normal for kids to have nightmares occasionally. You can’t completely prevent nightmares, but you can help make them less likely and help your child get back to sleep.

• Sleep and Your Newborn

  Newborn babies don’t yet have a sense of day and night. They wake often to eat – no matter what time it is.

• Sleep and Your Preschooler

  Preschoolers sleep about 10 to 13 hours during each 24-hour period, and it’s important to help them develop good habits for getting to sleep.

• Sleep and Your School-Aged Child

  School-age kids need 9–12 hours of sleep a night. If they don’t get it, they may be cranky or moody, hyper, and have behavior problems.

• Sleep and Your Teen

  Teens need about 8–10 hours of sleep a night, but many don’t get it. Keeping these tips in mind can help your teen get a good night’s sleep.

• Sleepwalking

  Although it can be unnerving to see, sleepwalking is actually very common in kids. Here’s how to keep your young sleepwalker safe.

• Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS)

  SIDS is the leading cause of death among infants 1 month to 1 year old. Though SIDS remains unpredictable, you can help reduce your infant’s risk.

• Toddler Sleep: 1- to 2-Year-Olds

  How much sleep do toddlers need? Learn about the sleep habits and patterns of 1- to 2-year-olds.