Calm-Down Tool
Learn effective strategies to help your child manage their emotions with the Calm-Down Tool. This resource offers a structured approach using rewards and consequences to teach self-calming techniques.
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Sleep Issues
Your child may no longer be an infant, but getting a full night’s sleep can still be a challenge for many families. Sleep struggles are common at every age, from toddlers to school-aged children, and can affect your child’s mood, behavior, and overall health. Discover practical tips and proven strategies to help your child fall asleep more easily, stay asleep longer, and wake up feeling rested—so the whole family can enjoy a better night’s rest.
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Understanding Sleep Problems in Anxious or Worried Teens | Blog
Explore the connection between trauma and sleep issues in teens. Learn how to recognize signs of anxiety and provide the necessary support for your child.
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Teenager Not Getting Enough Sleep | Q&A
My 15-year-old son is having difficulty getting enough sleep at night. He wants to stay up late into the night, but then has difficulty waking up in the morning to go to school. He has been late for school several mornings over the past few weeks. Please help!
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How Can I Train my Toddler Not to Throw Tantrums at Bedtime? | Q&A
My 2-year-old daughter makes bedtime very difficult. She is stubborn, throws fits and will not calm down, no matter what we try. We have introduced a good-behavior calendar. If she goes to sleep without acting up, she gets a new book to read with us at bedtime. We try to make this as much fun as pos…
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Solving Sleep Problems With Infants | Article
Most experts recommend that a child should be at least 6 months old before parents try to solve bedtime problems. By 6 months, children's overall health, happiness and development have reached a point where they're capable of sleeping longer, waking up and self-comforting themselves to fall back…
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Night Terrors are Different than Nightmares | Article
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