What do sleepy babies, tired toddlers, yawning preschoolers, and cranky kindergartners have in common? They might not want to go to sleep at bedtime!
Each child is different, but according to HealthyChildren.org, babies up to two years old may need nearly 12-16 hours of sleep a night, while preschoolers and kindergarteners may need 10-13 hours each night!
Having a bedtime routine, or activities you do every night, can make a difference between a child who can go to sleep with little fuss and one who fights it every night.
Depending on your child’s age, bedtime activities include a warm bath, a snuggle with a book, or a small snack.
Get these resources from the American Academy of Pediatrics.
12 Ways to Reduce the Risk of SIDS & Suffocation: Here are 12 ways to create a safe sleep environment for infants from HealthyChildren.org. Share this information with anyone who cares for your baby, including grandparents, family members, friends, babysitters, and child care center staff.
Back to Sleep, Tummy to Play. Although babies should be placed on their backs to sleep, supervised tummy time is essential for healthy development. Read about tummy time and how to make it fun for your baby in this brochure.
How to Keep Your Sleeping Baby Safe: A safe sleep environment lowers the risk of all sleep-related infant deaths. Learn how to create a safe sleep environment for your baby, along with other ways to lower the risk of SIDS. Safe Sleep