Does your child get enough sleep?
Toddlers aged 1-2
11-14 hours
Preschoolers aged 3-5
10-13 hours
School Ages 6-12
9-12 hours
Teens aged 13-17
8-10 hours
View the full recommended sleep duration table on the Sleep page
Healthy sleeping habits can prevent:
Diabetes
Obesity
Poor Mental Health
Injuries
Attention or Behavior Problems
Good Sleep Tips for Children
Set bed and wake-up times at the same time each day, including weekends.
Keep bedrooms quiet, dark, and comfortable temperature.
Remove electronic devices from the bedroom.
Avoid large meals and caffeine before bedtime.
Make sure kids are active during the day so they can fall asleep at night.
Model good sleep behaviors for kids.
Learn more about good sleep habits at www.cdc.gov/sleep.
Resources
- Tips to Support Healthy Routines for Children and Teens
- www.healthychildren.org
- www.cdc.gov/parents
- www.caringforkids.cps.ca
- www.developingchild.harvard.edu
- www.zerotothree.org
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