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Later school times for teens?

Posted by Katie Kovaleski on November 11, 2018 in Current Research Findings

Did you send a sleepy teen off to school this morning? In a new policy statement, the American Academy of Pediatrics recommends middle and high schools delay the start of class until 8:30 a.m. or later to combat chronic sleep deprivation among teens. http://www.aap.org/en-us/about-the-aap/aap-press-room/Pages/Let-Them-Sleep-AAP-Recommends-Delaying-Start-Times-of-Middle-and-High-Schools-to-Combat-Teen-Sleep-Deprivation.aspx

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STOP THE MOM SHAMING!!

Posted by Katie Kovaleski on November 9, 2018 in Current Research Findings

STOP the Mom shaming!!! This is a tragic story, one that is still being investigated and unfortunately many have taken this as an opportunity to Mom shame. Choosing your sleeping space should always be part of a plan and should never be the result of “accidental co-sleeping.” Co-sleeping and bed sharing are actually different things

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The Curse Of The Internet And How It Can Negatively Effect Your Parenting Choices

Posted by Katie Kovaleski on November 1, 2018 in Current Research Findings

“There’s only medicine that works and medicine that doesn’t. And the best way to sort it out is by carefully evaluating scientific studies – not by visiting Internet chat rooms, reading magazine articles, or talking to friends.” http://pediatrics.about.com/od/pediatricadvice/tp/Non-Evidence-Based-Treatments-in-Pediatrics.htm?utm_source=facebook

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Holiday Sleep Tips!

Posted by Katie Kovaleski on November 22, 2016 in Free Tip Tuesday

The key to surviving a vacation and maintaining great sleep is….stay on schedule! If you can make sure that your child doesn’t get overtired, you will stay ahead of the curve and can help ensure that things will not be thrown off when you return home. Below are a few more tips to stay on

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