Lack of sleep isn't just a problem for busy adults. Kids of all ages are not getting an adequate amount of sleep, affecting both their development and behavior. The National Sleep Foundation reports that 25 percent of infants, toddlers and...
Children over the age of one need anywhere from 10 to 14 hours of sleep each day in a combination of naps and nighttime sleep, according to the National Sleep Foundation. While most parents understand the importance of children getting a good...
Everybody needs a good night's sleep. For your child, a hearty night's sleep is as important as a good breakfast. That's because when children don't get enough sleep, they can have problems with their mental, emotional and physical health.
Parents should never underestimate the importance of sleep in the life of their child. All children need eight to 11 hours of sleep at night to function well and grow normally. Children who have problems sleeping throughout the night can usually...
Bed time can be a trying time for parents and children when tantrums, crying or fear enter into the routine. Children need sleep to help their growth cycle and, just as adults do, to recharge and be in top condition for the next day. When children...
According to the National Sleep Foundation, children spend 40 percent of their childhoods asleep; the average 2-year-old has spent more of her life asleep than awake. Given the significant amount of early life we spend sleeping, it's no surprise...
When your child doesn't get a good night's sleep, neither do you. That's why it's important to select your child's mattress carefully. The Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health found an important link between lack of sleep in children...
Rest and exercise both play crucial roles in the health and well-being of children. Proper amounts of rest are essential for physical and emotional health. Learning and memory are at their best in well-rested children, improving academic...
Pinworms are small, round worms that appear white in color. These parasites live in the human intestinal tract and are most common in children. Causing symptoms such as itching and inability to sleep, pinworms lay their eggs on the outer rectum....
With so much to keep young minds busy, it can be a bit challenging for children to get to sleep and actually stay asleep through the night. Especially important for children who are of school age, getting enough sleep can help children to...
All children experience anxiety and there are phases in development when anxiety levels naturally increase; these increases in anxiety are usually not damaging. Although normal, anxiety can take a huge toll on a child's school performance and...
Parents dream of a long, uninterrupted night of sleep---it's an even bigger dream if you've got a newborn on your hands. But you don't have to wait until your child goes off to college to get a good night's rest. You can train your infant or...
Good sleep is important to your child's overall health, affecting his physical and emotional development. The amount of sleep your child needs may astound you; the National Sleep Foundation indicates a child spends 40 percent of childhood asleep....
Part of the challenge in raising a child with Asperger Syndrome is dealing with the special needs of the child. Asperger Syndrome -- or AS -- is a developmental disorder, once thought to be a form of autism. According to the Palo Alto Medical...
Massage therapy is a healing practice used to improve overall health and well-being. In healthy infants, massage decreases stress levels, facilitates parent-child bonding and provides physical and psychological benefits, according to...
Growing research suggests that not getting enough sleep may contribute to obesity in children. Furthermore, skimping on sleep as a child may cause weight gain later in life. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, childhood...
If you are lucky, then your children love to sleep when they are in the car. The steady vibration of the car as it drives down the road can be soothing to children. It's important to keep the child's sleeping schedule even when you are on a long...
Most parents can testify that newborns sleep all the time and often mix up night and day, sleeping all day and being awake much of the night. This is because setting the internal clock takes some time. There are several reasons why night sleeping...
Parents worry about their children receiving the proper amount of sleep. This usually involves putting their children on a napping schedule. Some children have problems with napping, including an inability to fall asleep and waking up easily....
Establishing a sleep routine can be an important part of teaching your baby how to go to sleep. Experts at the Lucile Packard Children's Hospital at Stanford point out that infants must learn how to put themselves to sleep, and having a routine in...
In his book, "A Parent's Guide to Getting Kids Out of the Family Bed, child psychologist Lawrence E. Shapiro says sleep is not an area for compromise--as a parent you must lay down the law for the health and well-being of your child. Chronic lack...
Toddlers are naturally active, but you need to make sure your young child is getting enough exercise. Children between two and three years old can run, jump, climb, kick and ride a tricycle. Toddlers are mastering these basic skills and building...
As the largest organ of the human body, the skin provides an important buffer against the insults and injuries of everyday life. The skin also plays a big role in our heath and well-being. Touch is important at every stage of life, from infancy to...
Most children make the move from crib to toddler bed sometime between age 1 1/2 and 3 1/2, according to BabyCenter.com's pediatric sleep disorders expert. Since the right time to transition to a toddler crib depends on each child's individual...
Parents are often surprised to know that pediatricians consider sleep one of the most important parts of a child's health. Children who do not get enough sleep can have trouble learning and may have an increased risk of psychological problems,...
According to the National Sleep Foundation, children spend 40 percent of their childhood sleeping. Important cognitive and physical development occurs during sleep, but sleeping issues can disrupt this important development time. Sleeping issues...
Whether your child takes naps during the day as a necessity of life or a nicety of life depends on which expert you talk to. Most agree that naps are important for your child's overall health. Babies under a year old usually take a morning and an...
A 2009 review in published in the journal "Child and Adolescent Psychiatric Clinics of North America" reveals that sleep quality changes across the life span. Yet the timing of rest and activity and the distribution of sleep and dreams exhibits a...
Losing belly fat after a cesarean section takes time, dedication and patience. Although you may be eager to ditch excess pounds, remember that your body has just undergone invasive surgery. Most doctors recommend a six- to eight-week recovery...