Toddler Bedtime Trouble: 7 Tips for Parents
Many parents find their toddler’s bedtime to be the hardest part of the day. Children this age often resist going to sleep, especially if...
Healthy Living
The 4 B’s of Bedtime
The reality of habits is that (a) they can be hard to break and (b) they are not always bad. Take away one habit...
Staying Out Late & Curfews
Adolescents are programmed to hate curfew because they think it’s about control or trust. A curfew is a reflection of your concern for your...
Sleep Tips for Your Family’s Mental Health
Sleep has become a casualty of modern life. If you or your children are excessively sleepy or just don’t feel well rested in the...
Sleep Problems After Separation or Divorce
Each year, more than 1 million children in the United States experience the divorce of their parents. For these children, it can be difficult to maintain...
Separation Anxiety & Sleeping Trouble in Young Children
Beginning in the second half of a child’s first year, separation anxiety can cause many nights with disrupted sleep. During this stage (which can...
Melatonin for Kids: What Parents Should Know About This Sleep Aid
By: Anna Esparham, MD, FAAP, DABMA, DABOIM Trouble falling and staying asleep can be common among children and teens. Not getting enough sleep often...
Healthy Sleep Habits: How Many Hours Does Your Child Need?
From infants and toddlers to school-aged kids and teens, parents want to know how many hours of sleep are recommended. While it’s true that...
Daylight Saving Time: Don’t Lose Sleep Over It
By: Anna Esparham, MD, FAAP, DABMA, DABOIM Daylight saving time means more sunlight during the hours most of us are awake. But setting the...
Bunk Beds: Safety Information for Parents
Children love bunk beds, but they can be dangerous. The child in the top bunk can fall out, and the child in the lower bunk...
When to Call Emergency Medical Services (EMS) 
When Your Child Needs Emergency Medical Services 
What to Expect if Your Child is Admitted to the Hospital 
What to Expect When You Call 911