Sleep Does a Body Good

Parents love the calm and quiet bedtime brings, but do you know just how important those sleeping hours are to the growth and development of your child? 
According to John Hopkins Medicine, kids who get a good night of sleep have improved attention, behavior, learning, and memory as well as better physical and mental health.   Sleep can also prevent high blood pressure, obesity, and depression. 
Here are a few tips on prioritizing a good night of sleep for all family members.

Healthy Sleeping Habit Tips:

• Children aged 6-13 should be getting 9-11 hours of sleep a night. 
• Create a consistent bedtime routine with lights out at the same time each night.
• The bedroom should be dark, cool, and quiet. 
• Keep televisions, phones, and computers out of the bedroom.

For more information on sleep and children, please visit https://kidshealth.org/en/kids/sleep.html