- April Starinsky
Getting good sleep is a crucial part of child and adolescent development, and it can be particularly challenging during times of transition, like the shift from the carefree days of summer to the structure of the school year.
In this episode of the Inspiring Wholeness podcast, Dr. Holly Skinner, an epileptology and sleep medicine neurologist at the AdventHealth Center for Sleep Disorders discusses the importance of resetting sleep schedules and how parents can help kids and teens build healthy habits as they head into the new school year.
Tune in to this episode to hear about:
· How much sleep is best for kids at different ages
· When and how to limit devices before bedtime
· Warning signs that kids may be experiencing a lack of sleep
· Factors that play a key role in sleep quality
· Tips for parents to create a healthy sleep environment at home
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Helping kids and teens build healthy sleep habits for a strong school year
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