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Healthy sleep habits for infants and young children, from the Liftoff hub.
Healthy sleep habits
- Maintain a consistent bedtime and wake time.
- Develop a calming bedtime routine.
- Limit screens before bedtime.
- Keep the bedroom cool, dark, and quiet.
- Encourage daytime physical activity.
When to ask for help
You know your child best. Raise any of these with your pediatrician or your child's therapy team.
- Snores loudly or pauses breathing during sleep
- Wakes frequently despite consistent routines
- Has extreme difficulty falling asleep most nights
- Is excessively sleepy during the day
- Sleep problems interfere with family functioning
- You have concerns about your child's sleep