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How Childcare and Naps Change as Kids Grow
A new study looks at how daycare and home days affect young children and their sleep routines.
HealthStylz Editors
· 2 min read
The short version
- Kids in childcare often grow and change sleep habits.
- Naps shift as children get older.
- Days at home can look different.
Based on reporting by Medical Xpress. We explain it in plain words; read the original for the full story.
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Source: National Sleep Foundation & Harvard Sleep Medicine.
Hello, friends. Busy days are part of life for many families today. Between work and home, little ones spend a lot of time in childcare during their early years. This is the exact time when children move from daytime naps to sleeping through the night.
What's new
One new study published in Sleep Medicine looked at whether going to childcare changes the number of times a child naps compared to days spent at home. The study also looked at how this changes as children grow older.
What it means for you
Every child grows at their own pace. Sleep routines can shift as kids get bigger and spend time in different places.
One small thing to try
Keep a gentle eye on your child's daily mood and rest time to see what works best for your family.