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A child sitting in bed at night with a parent calmly waiting beside them; the main scene is centered.

Nightmares, night terrors & snoring

Night terrors in toddlers and kids (ages 1-8): screaming but not awake

Your child sits up screaming with wide-open eyes, doesn't seem to know you, and remembers nothing in the morning? Here's how to tell a night terror from a nightmare or a seizure, what to do in those minutes, and when to call the doctor.

1-3 Years
3-6 Years
6-9 Years

7 min read

A baby sleeping under a blanket in a wooden crib in a sunlit room, with a plush toy beside them and a round clock on the wall.

Sleep & Rest

How many naps do babies need by age? A month-by-month nap chart

Naps step down as babies grow. Find your baby's month in one chart: the usual number of naps, how long each one lasts and when the next transition tends to arrive.

0-12 Months
1-3 Years

5 min read

A preschool child sitting on a soft rug with pillows in a bright room, looking peacefully through a picture book.

Sleep & Rest

When do toddlers stop napping: signs and a quiet rest transition plan

Learn how to spot readiness signs when your toddler is dropping naps, tell a nap strike apart from true readiness, and build a peaceful quiet time routine.

1-3 Years
3-6 Years

7 min read

In a simple bedroom, an adult woman in pyjamas sits on the edge of the bed getting ready for the night

Sleep & Rest

First-trimester sleep: build a routine that fits your day

Exhausted all afternoon but wide awake at bedtime? Start with a manageable wind-down routine and identify what is actually interrupting your rest.

Pregnancy

4 min read

In the evening a parent builds a calm bedtime routine by reading a picture book in bed with their child

Sleep & Rest

Sleep Coaching: An Evidence-Informed Guide for Families

Sleep coaching is not one fixed method and it is not shorthand for ignoring a child’s distress. This guide helps families build an age-aware, safe and sustainable plan around routines, observation and calm responses.

6 min read

A parent and teenager make an evening plan for healthy sleep and leave the phone at the charging spot

Sleep & Rest

Teen Stays Up Late? Building a Healthy Sleep Routine

Help your teen build a sustainable sleep routine that balances school, social life, and health without over-scheduling or relying on quick fixes.

12-18 Years

6 min read

A parent gets the bedtime book and bed ready in a young child's room

Sleep & Rest

Toddler and Preschooler Sleep: Ages 1–6

Learn how to support healthy sleep patterns for children ages 1–6 with flexible routines, responsive care, and safe sleep practices. Discover practical tips for naps, nighttime, and handling disruptions.

1-3 Years

6 min read

A school-age child takes a calm afternoon rest break on the sofa

Not enough sleep & daytime tiredness

Daytime Sleepiness in 6–9-Year-Olds

Learn how to recognize when your child needs a short rest, how to support healthy daytime function, and when to seek help for persistent tiredness in kids aged 6–9.

6-9 Years

6 min read

A parent and child set up a temporary sleep setup while travelling, using familiar items

Sleep & Rest

Preschool Sleep Changes in 3- to 6-Year-Olds

Temporary sleep disruptions are common in preschoolers. Learn how to spot the causes, respond calmly, and restore restful nights without resorting to quick fixes or one-size-fits-all solutions.

3-6 Years

6 min read

A parent checks that a preschool child's bedroom is safe and tidy

Sleep & Rest

Safe Sleep for 3- to 6-Year-Olds

Learn how to create a safer sleep space for your preschooler, reduce common hazards, and respond calmly to nighttime challenges without relying on sleep training or restrictive methods.

3-6 Years

6 min read

At night in a dimly lit hallway, a father in pajamas sits on a bench talking calmly with his school-age son; the boy's bedroom with a glowing bedside lamp is visible behind them

Sleep & Rest

Night Wakings in 6–12 Year Olds

Learn why brief night waking is normal for children aged 6 to 12, what changes between 9 and 12, and how to respond with calm, consistent routines that support restful sleep for the whole family.

6-9 Years

6 min read

A family prepares a flexible visual schedule for the bedtime routine

Sleep & Rest

6–12 Years Sleep Schedule: A Family Guide to Better Rest

Learn how to build a flexible sleep routine for your 6–12-year-old that fits your family’s real life, not a rigid clock. Discover practical ways to adjust morning anchors, evening wind-downs and screens, and what changes between 9 and 12—without sleep training or punitive rules.

6-9 Years
9-12 Years

7 min read