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RxSleep Problems for Kids & Teens
Children often have difficulty either falling asleep or staying asleep. Below is a list of resources that can be helpful for parents dealing with these problems.
Web Content
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NHS.uk - Common Sleep Problems in Children
This page provides some tips for how to get children to sleep through the night.
nhs.uk/conditions/pregnancy-and-baby/pages/sleep-problems-in-children.aspx#close
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About Kids Health - Sleep
The Hospital for Sick Children has a child health information website. It includes articles about sleeping problems, night terrors, sleep tips for children and teens, obstructive sleep apnea, and general information about sleep.
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National Sleep Foundation
The National Sleep Foundation has a lot of information about sleep and sleep disorders, including children's sleep.The foundation also sponsors a site just for kids.
Book List
These resources are available to borrow at the Family & Community Resource Centre. You can also check with your local library or with The Alberta Library for the availability of these resources.
You can download, print, and share this list.
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Sleep Better! : A Guide to Improving Sleep for Children With Special Needs
This down-to-earth guide helps parents help their special needs child with various sleep problems.
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Sleeping Through the Night : How Infants, Toddlers, and Their Parents Can Get a Good Night's Sleep
Dr. Mindell's proven method for teaching babies or toddlers good sleep habits will benefit both parents and children.
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Snoring and Sleep Apnea : Sleep Well, Feel Better
Written for those with or with suspected sleep apnea and those around them, this book provides education about sleep apnea and how to live a happy and restful life.
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Sleep : What Every Parent Needs to Know
No matter what stage your child is in their sleep is important. Packed with information and tips, this guide will answer your questions - even the ones you didn't know you had.
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The No-Cry Sleep Solution for Toddlers and Preschoolers gives parents advice to ensure that their little one can get to bed and stay there tear free.
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Owens and Mindell wrote this book for parents to help manage their school-aged children's sleep problems.
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Contributors
Thank you to our friends from the Pediatric Sleep Clinic at the Alberta Children's Hospital for their contributions.
Current as of: June 07, 2021