SLEEP STORIES

When Sleep Strategies Don’t Work: Understanding the Children Who Struggle With Sleep Despite Everything baby sleep older children teens

The advice works… except when it doesn’t

Most childhood sleep difficulties respond well to relatively simple changes.

Consistent bedtime routines.
Age-appropriate sleep schedules.

Improved environme...

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Benefits of Weighted Blankets for Children with Autism older children poor quality sleep teens

Weighted blankets have gained popularity as a sensory and emotional support tool, especially for issues such as insomnia, anxiety, ADHD, autism, and other sensory processing disorders. Here, we explor...

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Adapting to the October 2024 Clock Change: A Guide for Parents baby sleep clock change older children teens

On Sunday 27th October 2024, daylight saving time will officially come to an end, meaning we "fall back" an hour. At 02:00, the clocks will be set back to 01:00. While the extra hour of sleep is usual...

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Understanding Your School-Age Child and Teenager's Sleep Needs older children teens

In the journey of nurturing your child through their school and teen years, understanding their unique sleep needs is of fundamental importance. It's not just about howĀ many hours they sleep, but the ...

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Lights Out, Screens Off: Creating a Sleep-Friendly Home Environment teens

As the sun sets and the world quiets, a peaceful night's sleep beckons for most. However, for many school children and teens, drifting off into dreamland doesn't come easily.Ā Importantly, the growth a...

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Guiding Stars: Parenting Older Kids Towards a Peaceful Bedtime older children teens

As the night draws in and stars begin to sprinkle the sky, parents across the globe face the nightly challenge of settling their children into a peaceful slumber. Bedtime can often feel like navigatin...

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