Daylight saving time is the period of the year between spring and falls when clocks in most parts of the United States (U.S.) are set one hour ahead of standard time.

Although the amount of sleep varies from person to person, as adults, an average of 7 to 9 hours of sleep are needed to function at our best. Sometimes, we may get sufficient hours of sleep but may still have sleep deprivation if the quality of our sleep is poor. For example, suppose you have an underlying sleep problem like sleep apnea, your breathing is interrupted while sleeping, and you may wake up feeling exhausted despite sleeping for the correct number of hours.

The holidays are a beautiful time of the year. It’s a time to reconnect and celebrate with family, old friends, and loved ones. But, it can also be a stressful time with disrupted schedules and sleep, particularly with our kids. 

Keeping a regular sleep schedule for ourselves and our kids amidst the parties and gatherings can be challenging. Additionally, travel, irregular meals, and late nights can further wreak havoc on our children’s sleep. 

In this blog, I share some causes of sleep disruption in kids during the holidays. I also highlight some tips to prioritize your child’s sleep during the holidays.