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Better sleep for kids starts with better sleep for parents – especially after holiday disruptions to routines

  • Written by Erika Bocknek, Associate Professor of Educational Psychology, Wayne State University
imageWhen sleep routines have gone haywire, there are things to keep in mind to help the whole family reset.Catherine Falls/Moment via Getty Images

Everyone knows that sleep is critical for growing children and their mental and physical health. Regular, high-quality sleep habits help children consolidate memory and learn better. A lack of sleep contribut...

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