A night terror seems similar to a nightmare, but it's far more dramatic. Night terrors can be alarming, but aren't usually cause for concern or a sign of a medical issue.| kidshealth.org
Newborn babies don’t yet have a sense of day and night. They wake often to eat – no matter what time it is.| kidshealth.org
Sleep problems are common in the second half of a baby's first year. It's best to respond to your baby's needs with the right balance of concern and consistency.| kidshealth.org
By this age, your baby should be on the way to having a regular sleep pattern, sleeping longer at night, and taking 2 or 3 naps during the day.| kidshealth.org
At this age, babies generally have their days and nights straightened out. Many infants even "sleep through the night," which means 5 or 6 hours at a time.| kidshealth.org
Nighttime feedings may be a thing of the past, but in this second year of life your tot might be rising for other reasons. Learn more.| kidshealth.org
School-age kids need 9–12 hours of sleep a night. If they don't get it, they may be cranky or moody, hyper, and have behavior problems.| kidshealth.org
Preschoolers sleep about 10 to 13 hours during each 24-hour period, and it's important to help them develop good habits for getting to sleep.| kidshealth.org
A good nap can keep kids from becoming overtired, which not only takes a toll on their moods but might make it harder for them to fall asleep at night.| kidshealth.org
Many kids have trouble falling asleep or staying asleep at night. Here's how to help them sleep better.| kidshealth.org
Although it can be unnerving to see, sleepwalking is actually very common in kids. Here's how to keep your young sleepwalker safe.| kidshealth.org
Bedwetting is an issue that millions of families face every night. Most of the time it's not a sign of any deeper medical or emotional issues and kids eventually grow out of it.| kidshealth.org
Teens need about 8–10 hours of sleep a night, but many don't get it. Keeping these tips in mind can help your teen get a good night’s sleep.| kidshealth.org