If your kids say, “Can I have some water?”, “I heard a noise,” or — my favorite — “I’m not tired” as they rub their eyes and stifle a yawn, then you’re not alone. My 7- and 5-year-olds love coming out ...

Rachel Carlson (she/her) is a production assistant at Short Wave, NPR's science podcast. She gets to do a bit of everything: researching, sourcing, writing, fact-checking and cutting episodes. Rebecca ...

This age group needs around 11 to 14 hours total including naps. Most toddlers transition to one nap per day somewhere ...

Listen up, kids! There’s a world of entertainment out there — and it doesn’t require being glued to a screen. Sure, children (or their parents) might use a phone or table to cue up their favorite ...

Two Massachusetts parents aren’t just the “curators of bedtime” for their two young children; they’re also helping people all over the world fall asleep. In 2019, Victoria (Vee) Lockard, now 43, and ...

As we approach the end of the summer and families think about transitioning to back-to-school routines, getting kids back on their school sleep schedule is at the top of the list, but can be tough.

SAN DIEGO — Doctors say sleep can be the best medicine but many people might not be getting enough after the time change this week. World Sleep Day is March 15. But it’s more than just catching up on ...

A good night’s sleep has many proven benefits — potentially including a healthier future for kids. New research from Penn State University analyzed how childhood sleep patterns could be linked to ...

Podcasts have become a beloved medium for storytelling and education, captivating audiences of all ages. For families, finding podcasts that entertain both kids and adults can be a delightful way to ...