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How Essential Oils Can Help Kids Sleep Naturally: A Comprehensive Guide

Discover how essential oils can help kids achieve sound sleep naturally. Learn about the benefits, usage, and safety of lavender, peppermint, orange, and ginger oils for restful sleep in children. Note that while essential oils may help but will not fix your child’s sleep issues.

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Ensuring Sweet Dreams for Your Little Ones During the Festive Season

Embracing the holiday season brings abundant joy, family reunions, and unforgettable moments. However, amidst the festive cheer, it's crucial to prioritize your child's sleep, recognizing that disruptions to their routine can impact their well-being. In this article, we delve into actionable tips designed to safeguard your child's sleep during the holiday season. From navigating travel challenges to creating a serene sleep environment, we've got you covered. Read on to discover practical strategies that will help your child enjoy a restful and rejuvenating sleep throughout this special time of year

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Getting off the Insomnia Train

At night, as soon as the sun begins to fade and darkness falls, Jennifer begins to dread going to bed because she knows that she won’t be able to fall asleep for several hours. She begins to worry about another restless night of sleep. Even when Jennifer tries to think positively about getting a good night’s sleep, she has difficulty blocking out negative thoughts such as, “Here we go again, I’m never going to fall asleep tonight” and “If I don’t sleep tonight, how am I going to make it through the day tomorrow?”

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Sleep and Decision Making

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.

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