Apr 25, 2012 | Kids and sleep, Sleep tips
There are few things as tragic as the loss of an infant to Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS). In the last 20 years, we as a country have made great strides in preventing many SIDS deaths simply by changing the way we allow our infants to sleep, on their backs. The...
Apr 10, 2012 | Sleep and health, Sleep tips
It doesn’t take much to disrupt a good night’s sleep. The neighbor’s dog barking, the need to get up and take care of a sick child, and tossing and turning because of the stress that accumulates over the course of the day can all wake us up or keep us up. All these...
Mar 26, 2012 | Sleep and health, Sleep Articles, Sleep tips
Even though every single person on Earth sleeps every day, there is still a lot we don’t know about sleep. In recent years, advances in sleep research have opened eyes and changed minds about some of the things that were once believed to be hard and fast truths about...
Mar 21, 2012 | Relaxation, Sleep and health, Sleep Articles, Sleep tips
If you are struggling to get to sleep at night, stress may be the cause. Stress can take a toll on every aspect of our lives and sleep is no exception. The 2010 Stress in America Study conducted by the American Psychological Association found that 40% of us are...
Mar 15, 2012 | Sleep and health, Sleep tips
Everyone knows how important exercise is to a healthy lifestyle. When we work our muscles, they stay strong and flexible. Aerobic activity works our hearts, our lungs, and burns calories. There is no question that a healthy lifestyle includes a daily dose of...
Mar 5, 2012 | Kids and sleep, Sleep Articles, Sleep tips
Parents everywhere know how important it is for kids to get a good night’s sleep. Tired toddlers are cranky, tired tweens are sullen, and tired teens can exhibit any combination of undesirable behaviors. Children of all ages need more sleep than most people think. ...