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Calculated Shard: 77 (from laksa074)

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curl -X POST \
  'http://laksa077.int.ahrefs:8124/' \
  -H 'Content-Type: text/plain' \
  -H 'X-ClickHouse-Database: crawler3' \
  -H 'Authorization: Basic YXBpOg==' \
  -d 'SELECT getAhrefsURLFromUnparsed(src_unparsed) AS found_url, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(download_stamp), 0) AS crawl_time, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(props_url_first_seen), 0) AS first_indexed_time, download_http_code AS http_code, src_unparsed AS src_unparsed, src_root_hash AS src_root_hash, history_drop_reason AS history_drop_reason, meta_title AS meta_title, meta_descriptions AS meta_descriptions, attrs_boilerpipe_text AS attrs_boilerpipe_text, attrs_markdown AS attrs_markdown, attrs_readable_markdown AS attrs_readable_markdown, meta_canonical AS meta_canonical FROM crawler3.page_info_local FINAL PREWHERE (src_root_hash, src_unparsed) IN ((getAhrefsRootHashFromUnparsed(getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://kidshealth.org/en/parents/sleep.html\')), getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://kidshealth.org/en/parents/sleep.html\'))) FORMAT JSONEachRow'

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{"found_url":"https:\/\/kidshealth.org\/en\/parents\/sleep.html","crawl_time":1776332479,"first_indexed_time":1472777673,"http_code":200,"src_unparsed":"org,kidshealth!\/en\/parents\/sleep.html s443","src_root_hash":"11780170919675751477","history_drop_reason":null,"meta_title":"How Much Sleep Do Kids Need? | Nemours KidsHealth","meta_descriptions":["Getting enough sleep can be a problem for children of any age. Here's how to know if your kids get enough sleep."],"attrs_boilerpipe_text":"Sleep — or lack of it — is common concern for parents. As new parents quickly learn, the well-being of everyone in the household can depend on how well their baby sleeps. And when they’re older, kids who don’t get enough sleep can have trouble paying attention, mood swings, behavior problems, and learning problems.\nWhat Happens During Sleep?\nAs we sleep, our brains move between two types of sleep — non-REM and REM (rapid eye movement) sleep. Together, the stages of non-REM sleep and REM sleep make up a sleep cycle. Babies spend more time in REM sleep and their sleep cycles are shorter than adults. Time spent in REM sleep decreases and sleep cycles get longer as kids get older. By the time kids start school, one complete sleep cycle lasts about 90 minutes, which is similar to an adult's.\nStage 1 and stage 2 non-REM sleep are light sleep stages:\nA person can wake up easily.\nEye movements slow down, heart and breathing rates slow down, and body temperature decreases.\nStage 3 non-REM sleep is deep sleep:\nIt's harder to wake someone up. When awakened, a person often will feel groggy and confused.\nNight terrors\n,\nsleepwalking\n, and\nbed-wetting\ncan happen during this stage.\nThis is the most refreshing sleep stage. It’s during this stage that the body releases hormones needed for growth and development.\nIn the final, REM stage of the sleep cycle:\nThe eyes move quickly under the eyelids, breathing gets faster, and the heart beats faster. You can’t move your arms or legs during REM sleep.\nThis is when we have our most vivid dreams.\nREM sleep is important for learning and memory. \nHow Much Sleep Do Kids Need?\nHow much sleep kids need varies by age. While every child is different, experts recommend:\ninfants (0–3 months): 14–17 hours, including\nnaps\ninfants (4–12 months: 12–16 hours, including naps\ntoddlers (1–2 years): 11–14 hours, including naps\npreschool (3–5 years): 10–13 hours, including naps\nschool-age (6–13 years): 9–12 hours\nteens (14–17 years): 8–10 hours\nHow Can I Tell if My Child Isn’t Getting Enough Sleep?\nA child who isn’t getting enough sleep may:\nfall asleep during the day\nbe hyperactive (especially younger children)\nhave trouble paying attention\nstruggle with school work  \nbe cranky, whiny, irritable, or moody\nhave behavior problems\nWhat Can Help Kids Sleep?\nFor kids of all ages, set up a bedtime routine that encourages\ngood sleep habits\n. These tips can help kids ease into a good night's sleep:\nStick to a regular bedtime. You can give your kids a heads-up 30 minutes and then 10 minutes beforehand.\nEncourage older kids and teens to set a bedtime that allows for the full hours of sleep needed at their age. A bedtime routine could include washing up and brushing teeth, reading a book, or listening to quiet music.\nTurn off all screens (TV, computers, phones, tablets, and video games) at least 1 hour before bedtime. Consider removing all devices from your child’s bedroom.\nMore About Sleep by Age\nLearn more about sleep as your child grows:\nSleep and Your Newborn\nSleep and Your 1- to 3-Month-Old\nSleep and Your 4- to 7-Month-Old\nSleep and Your 8- to 12-Month-Old\nSleep and Your Toddler\nSleep and Your Preschooler\nSleep and Your School-Age Child\nSleep and Your Teen","attrs_markdown":"[\\[Skip to Content\\]](https:\/\/kidshealth.org\/en\/parents\/sleep.html#thelou)\n\nFind care at   [Nemours Children's Health](https:\/\/www.nemours.org\/?external_id=RE2350835010600)  [Doctors](https:\/\/www.nemours.org\/find-a-doctor.html?external_id=RE2350835010600)  [Locations](https:\/\/www.nemours.org\/locations.html?external_id=RE2350835010600)\n\n[![Nemours KidsHealth](https:\/\/kidshealth.org\/content\/dam\/kh-reskin\/nemours-kidshealth-logo.svg)](https:\/\/kidshealth.org\/)\n\n[Sign Up](https:\/\/kidshealth.org\/en\/parents\/milestones-newsletter.html)\n\n- For Parents\n- For Kids\n- For Teens\n- For Educators\n\nSearch\n\nMenu\n\n[![Nemours KidsHealth](https:\/\/kidshealth.org\/content\/dam\/kh-reskin\/nemours-kidshealth-logo.svg)](https:\/\/kidshealth.org\/)\n\nClose Menu\n\n- For Parents\n- For Kids\n- For Teens\n- For Educators\n- ##### MILESTONES NEWSLETTER\n  Subscribe for trustworthy health information delivered directly to your inbox\n  \n  [Sign Up](https:\/\/kidshealth.org\/en\/parents\/milestones-newsletter.html)\n\nBack\n\nFeatured Topics\n\nFor Parents\n\n- [Sitio para padres](https:\/\/kidshealth.org\/es\/parents\/)\n- [Parents Home](https:\/\/kidshealth.org\/en\/parents\/)\n- [General Health](https:\/\/kidshealth.org\/en\/parents\/general\/)\n- [Growth & Development](https:\/\/kidshealth.org\/en\/parents\/growth\/)\n- [Infections](https:\/\/kidshealth.org\/en\/parents\/infections\/)\n- [Diseases & Conditions](https:\/\/kidshealth.org\/en\/parents\/medical\/)\n- [Pregnancy & Baby](https:\/\/kidshealth.org\/en\/parents\/pregnancy-newborn\/)\n- [Nutrition & Fitness](https:\/\/kidshealth.org\/en\/parents\/nutrition-center\/)\n- [Emotions & Behavior](https:\/\/kidshealth.org\/en\/parents\/emotions\/)\n- [School & Family Life](https:\/\/kidshealth.org\/en\/parents\/positive\/)\n- [First Aid & Safety](https:\/\/kidshealth.org\/en\/parents\/firstaid-safe\/)\n- [Doctors & Hospitals](https:\/\/kidshealth.org\/en\/parents\/system\/)\n- [Videos](https:\/\/kidshealth.org\/en\/parents\/videos\/)\n- [Expert Answers (Q\\&A)](https:\/\/kidshealth.org\/en\/parents\/question\/)\n- [All Categories](https:\/\/kidshealth.org\/en\/parents\/all-categories.html)\n- [All Wellness Centers](https:\/\/kidshealth.org\/en\/parents\/centers\/center.html)\n\n[![](https:\/\/kidshealth.org\/content\/dam\/kh-reskin\/menu-promo-kid-30th.png) Nemours KidsHealth® Is Celebrating! We've been providing trusted health information for 30 years. Learn More](https:\/\/kidshealth.org\/en\/parents\/celebrating-30-years.html)\n\n- [Parents Home](https:\/\/kidshealth.org\/en\/parents\/)\n- [Sitio para padres](https:\/\/kidshealth.org\/es\/parents\/)\n- [All Categories](https:\/\/kidshealth.org\/en\/parents\/all-categories.html)\n- [All Wellness Centers](https:\/\/kidshealth.org\/en\/parents\/centers\/center.html)\n\nBack\n\nFeatured Topics\n\nFor Kids\n\n- [Sitio para niños](https:\/\/kidshealth.org\/es\/kids\/)\n- [Kids Home](https:\/\/kidshealth.org\/en\/kids\/)\n- [How the Body Works](https:\/\/kidshealth.org\/en\/kids\/center\/htbw-main-page.html)\n- [Puberty & Growing Up](https:\/\/kidshealth.org\/en\/kids\/grow\/)\n- [Staying Healthy](https:\/\/kidshealth.org\/en\/kids\/stay-healthy\/)\n- [Staying Safe](https:\/\/kidshealth.org\/en\/kids\/watch\/)\n- [Dictionary](https:\/\/kidshealth.org\/en\/kids\/word\/)\n- [Health Problems](https:\/\/kidshealth.org\/en\/kids\/health-problems\/)\n- [Illnesses & Injuries](https:\/\/kidshealth.org\/en\/kids\/ill-injure\/)\n- [Relax & Unwind](https:\/\/kidshealth.org\/en\/kids\/center\/relax-center.html)\n- [People, Places & Things That Help](https:\/\/kidshealth.org\/en\/kids\/feel-better\/)\n- [Feelings](https:\/\/kidshealth.org\/en\/kids\/feeling\/)\n- [Expert Answers (Q\\&A)](https:\/\/kidshealth.org\/en\/kids\/talk\/)\n- [Videos](https:\/\/kidshealth.org\/en\/kids\/videos\/)\n- [All Categories](https:\/\/kidshealth.org\/en\/kids\/all-categories.html)\n- [All Wellness Centers](https:\/\/kidshealth.org\/en\/kids\/centers\/center.html)\n\n[![](https:\/\/kidshealth.org\/content\/dam\/kh-reskin\/menu-promo-kid-30th.png) Nemours KidsHealth® Is Celebrating! We've been providing trusted health information for 30 years. 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We've been providing trusted health information for 30 years. Learn More](https:\/\/kidshealth.org\/en\/parents\/celebrating-30-years.html)\n\n- [Teens Home](https:\/\/kidshealth.org\/en\/teens\/)\n- [Sitio para adolescentes](https:\/\/kidshealth.org\/es\/teens\/)\n- [All Categories](https:\/\/kidshealth.org\/en\/teens\/all-categories.html)\n- [All Wellness Centers](https:\/\/kidshealth.org\/en\/teens\/centers\/center.html)\n\n- [KidsHealth](https:\/\/kidshealth.org\/)\n- [Parents](https:\/\/kidshealth.org\/en\/parents\/)\n- Kids and Sleep\n# Kids and Sleep\nen español: [Los niños y el sueño](https:\/\/kidshealth.org\/es\/parents\/sleep.html)\n\nMedically reviewed by: [Mary L. Gavin, MDThis link opens in a new tab](https:\/\/www.nemours.org\/about\/kidshealth-medical-editors.html)\n\n[Learn About Primary Care Pediatrics at Nemours Children's HealthThis link opens in a new tab](https:\/\/www.nemours.org\/locations\/primary-care.html)\n\n- [Listen](https:\/\/app-na.readspeaker.com\/cgi-bin\/rsent?customerid=5202&lang=en_us&readid=khcontent_article&url=kidshealth.org\/en\/parents\/sleep.html \"Listen to this page using ReadSpeaker\")\n  \n  Play\n  \n  Stop\n  \n  Volume\n  \n  [mp3](https:\/\/app-na.readspeaker.com\/cgi-bin\/rsent?customerid=5202&lang=en_us&readid=khcontent_article&url=kidshealth.org\/en\/parents\/sleep.html&audiofilename=KidsHealth_&save=1 \"mp3\")\n  \n  Settings\n  \n  Close Player\n- Larger text size\n  \n  Large text size\n  \n  Regular text size\n- [Print]()\n\nSleep — or lack of it — is common concern for parents. As new parents quickly learn, the well-being of everyone in the household can depend on how well their baby sleeps. And when they’re older, kids who don’t get enough sleep can have trouble paying attention, mood swings, behavior problems, and learning problems.\n\n### What Happens During Sleep?\nAs we sleep, our brains move between two types of sleep — non-REM and REM (rapid eye movement) sleep. Together, the stages of non-REM sleep and REM sleep make up a sleep cycle. Babies spend more time in REM sleep and their sleep cycles are shorter than adults. Time spent in REM sleep decreases and sleep cycles get longer as kids get older. By the time kids start school, one complete sleep cycle lasts about 90 minutes, which is similar to an adult's.\n\nStage 1 and stage 2 non-REM sleep are light sleep stages:\n\n- A person can wake up easily.\n- Eye movements slow down, heart and breathing rates slow down, and body temperature decreases.\n\nStage 3 non-REM sleep is deep sleep:\n\n- It's harder to wake someone up. When awakened, a person often will feel groggy and confused.\n- [Night terrors](https:\/\/kidshealth.org\/en\/parents\/terrors.html), [sleepwalking](https:\/\/kidshealth.org\/en\/parents\/sleepwalking.html), and [bed-wetting](https:\/\/kidshealth.org\/en\/parents\/enuresis.html) can happen during this stage.\n- This is the most refreshing sleep stage. It’s during this stage that the body releases hormones needed for growth and development.\n\nIn the final, REM stage of the sleep cycle:\n\n- The eyes move quickly under the eyelids, breathing gets faster, and the heart beats faster. You can’t move your arms or legs during REM sleep.\n- This is when we have our most vivid dreams.\n- REM sleep is important for learning and memory.\n### How Much Sleep Do Kids Need?\nHow much sleep kids need varies by age. While every child is different, experts recommend:\n\n- infants (0–3 months): 14–17 hours, including [naps](https:\/\/kidshealth.org\/en\/parents\/naps.html)\n- infants (4–12 months: 12–16 hours, including naps\n- toddlers (1–2 years): 11–14 hours, including naps\n- preschool (3–5 years): 10–13 hours, including naps\n- school-age (6–13 years): 9–12 hours\n- teens (14–17 years): 8–10 hours\n### How Can I Tell if My Child Isn’t Getting Enough Sleep?\nA child who isn’t getting enough sleep may:\n\n- fall asleep during the day\n- be hyperactive (especially younger children)\n- have trouble paying attention\n- struggle with school work\n- be cranky, whiny, irritable, or moody\n- have behavior problems\n### What Can Help Kids Sleep?\nFor kids of all ages, set up a bedtime routine that encourages [good sleep habits](https:\/\/kidshealth.org\/en\/parents\/sleep-hygiene.html). These tips can help kids ease into a good night's sleep:\n\n- Stick to a regular bedtime. You can give your kids a heads-up 30 minutes and then 10 minutes beforehand.\n- Encourage older kids and teens to set a bedtime that allows for the full hours of sleep needed at their age. A bedtime routine could include washing up and brushing teeth, reading a book, or listening to quiet music.\n- Turn off all screens (TV, computers, phones, tablets, and video games) at least 1 hour before bedtime. Consider removing all devices from your child’s bedroom.\n### More About Sleep by Age\nLearn more about sleep as your child grows:\n\n- [Sleep and Your Newborn](https:\/\/kidshealth.org\/en\/parents\/sleepnewborn.html)\n- [Sleep and Your 1- to 3-Month-Old](https:\/\/kidshealth.org\/en\/parents\/sleep13m.html)\n- [Sleep and Your 4- to 7-Month-Old](https:\/\/kidshealth.org\/en\/parents\/sleep47m.html)\n- [Sleep and Your 8- to 12-Month-Old](https:\/\/kidshealth.org\/en\/parents\/sleep812m.html)\n- [Sleep and Your Toddler](https:\/\/kidshealth.org\/en\/parents\/sleep12yr.html)\n- [Sleep and Your Preschooler](https:\/\/kidshealth.org\/en\/parents\/sleep-preschool.html)\n- [Sleep and Your School-Age Child](https:\/\/kidshealth.org\/en\/parents\/sleep-school-age.html)\n- [Sleep and Your Teen](https:\/\/kidshealth.org\/en\/parents\/sleep-problems.html)\n\n**Medically reviewed by:** [Mary L. Gavin, MDThis link opens in a new tab](https:\/\/www.nemours.org\/about\/kidshealth-medical-editors.html)\n\nDate reviewed: January 2021\n\n## More on this topic for:\n- Parents\n- Kids\n- Teens\n\n## More on this topic For Parents\n- [Sleep and Your Preschooler](https:\/\/kidshealth.org\/en\/parents\/sleep-preschool.html)\n- [Sleep and Your Newborn](https:\/\/kidshealth.org\/en\/parents\/sleepnewborn.html)\n- [Baby Sleep: 8- to 12-Month-Olds](https:\/\/kidshealth.org\/en\/parents\/sleep812m.html)\n- [Baby Sleep: 1- to 3-Month-Olds](https:\/\/kidshealth.org\/en\/parents\/sleep13m.html)\n- [Baby Sleep: 4- to 7-Month-Olds](https:\/\/kidshealth.org\/en\/parents\/sleep47m.html)\n- [Toddler Sleep: 1- to 2-Year-Olds](https:\/\/kidshealth.org\/en\/parents\/sleep12yr.html)\n- [Sleep and Your Teen](https:\/\/kidshealth.org\/en\/parents\/sleep-problems.html)\n- [10 Ways to Help Your Child Get a Better Night’s Sleep](https:\/\/kidshealth.org\/en\/parents\/sleep-hygiene.html)\n- [Melatonin Supplements](https:\/\/kidshealth.org\/en\/parents\/melatonin-supplements.html)\n\n## More on this topic For Kids\n- [Sleepwalking](https:\/\/kidshealth.org\/en\/kids\/sleepwalking.html)\n- [What to Do if You Can't Sleep](https:\/\/kidshealth.org\/en\/kids\/cant-sleep.html)\n- [Bedwetting](https:\/\/kidshealth.org\/en\/kids\/enuresis.html)\n- [Why Do I Need to Sleep?](https:\/\/kidshealth.org\/en\/kids\/sleep.html)\n\n## More on this topic For Teens\n- [What Should I Do If I Can't Sleep?](https:\/\/kidshealth.org\/en\/teens\/sleepless.html)\n- [Common Sleep Problems](https:\/\/kidshealth.org\/en\/teens\/sleep.html)\n- [Bedwetting (Nocturnal Enuresis)](https:\/\/kidshealth.org\/en\/teens\/enuresis.html)\n- [How Much Sleep Do I Need?](https:\/\/kidshealth.org\/en\/teens\/how-much-sleep.html)\n- [5 Ideas for Better Sleep](https:\/\/kidshealth.org\/en\/teens\/tips-sleep.html)\n\nView more\n\nShare:\n\n- Share to Facebook\n- Share to Twitter\n- Share to Pinterest\n\n## RELATED CATEGORIES\n- [Sleep](https:\/\/kidshealth.org\/en\/parents\/growth\/sleep.html)\n- [Your Kid's Sleep](https:\/\/kidshealth.org\/en\/parents\/general\/sleep.html)\n\n\/content\/kidshealth\/misc\/medicalcodes\/parents\/articles\/sleep\n\n##### Who We Are\n- [About Us](https:\/\/kidshealth.org\/en\/parents\/about.html)\n\n##### Working With Us\n- [Partners](https:\/\/kidshealth.org\/en\/parents\/partners.html)\n- [Editorial Policy](https:\/\/kidshealth.org\/en\/parents\/editorial-policy.html)\n- [Permissions Guidelines](https:\/\/kidshealth.org\/en\/parents\/permissions-guidelines.html)\n- [Media Requests This link opens in a new tab](https:\/\/nemours.mediaroom.com\/journalist-resources)\n- [Contact Us](https:\/\/kidshealth.org\/en\/parents\/general-information\/contact-us)\n\n##### Legal & Privacy\n- [Privacy Policy & Terms of Use](https:\/\/kidshealth.org\/en\/parents\/policy.html)\n- [Notice of Nondiscrimination](https:\/\/kidshealth.org\/en\/parents\/nondiscrimination.html)\n\n##### All Categories\n- [For Parents](https:\/\/kidshealth.org\/en\/parents\/all-categories.html)\n- [For Kids](https:\/\/kidshealth.org\/en\/kids\/all-categories.html)\n- [For Teens](https:\/\/kidshealth.org\/en\/teens\/all-categories.html)\n##### Wellness Centers\n- [For Parents](https:\/\/kidshealth.org\/en\/parents\/centers\/center.html)\n- [For Kids](https:\/\/kidshealth.org\/en\/kids\/centers\/center.html)\n- [For Teens](https:\/\/kidshealth.org\/en\/teens\/centers\/center.html)\n\n- [![Nemours KidsHealth on Facebook](https:\/\/kidshealth.org\/content\/dam\/kh-reskin\/iconFacebookWhite.svg)](https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/nemourskidshealth\/)\n- [![Nemours KidsHealth on X](https:\/\/kidshealth.org\/content\/dam\/kh-reskin\/iconTwitterWhite.svg)](https:\/\/x.com\/nemours)\n- [![Nemours KidsHealth on YouTube](https:\/\/kidshealth.org\/content\/dam\/kh-reskin\/iconYoutubeWhite.svg)](https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/@NemoursKidsHealth)\n\n[![Nemours](https:\/\/kidshealth.org\/content\/dam\/kidshealth\/logo-nemours_KidsHealth.svg)](https:\/\/www.nemours.org\/?external_id=RE2350803010600)\n\nNote: All information on Nemours KidsHealth® is for educational purposes only. For specific medical advice, diagnoses, and treatment, consult your doctor. © 1995-2026. The Nemours Foundation. Nemours Children's Health®, Nemours KidsHealth®, KidsHealth®, and Well Beyond Medicine® are registered trademarks of The Nemours Foundation. All rights reserved. Images sourced by The Nemours Foundation and Getty Images.","attrs_readable_markdown":"Sleep — or lack of it — is common concern for parents. As new parents quickly learn, the well-being of everyone in the household can depend on how well their baby sleeps. And when they’re older, kids who don’t get enough sleep can have trouble paying attention, mood swings, behavior problems, and learning problems.\n\n### What Happens During Sleep?\nAs we sleep, our brains move between two types of sleep — non-REM and REM (rapid eye movement) sleep. Together, the stages of non-REM sleep and REM sleep make up a sleep cycle. Babies spend more time in REM sleep and their sleep cycles are shorter than adults. Time spent in REM sleep decreases and sleep cycles get longer as kids get older. By the time kids start school, one complete sleep cycle lasts about 90 minutes, which is similar to an adult's.\n\nStage 1 and stage 2 non-REM sleep are light sleep stages:\n\n- A person can wake up easily.\n- Eye movements slow down, heart and breathing rates slow down, and body temperature decreases.\n\nStage 3 non-REM sleep is deep sleep:\n\n- It's harder to wake someone up. When awakened, a person often will feel groggy and confused.\n- [Night terrors](https:\/\/kidshealth.org\/en\/parents\/terrors.html), [sleepwalking](https:\/\/kidshealth.org\/en\/parents\/sleepwalking.html), and [bed-wetting](https:\/\/kidshealth.org\/en\/parents\/enuresis.html) can happen during this stage.\n- This is the most refreshing sleep stage. It’s during this stage that the body releases hormones needed for growth and development.\n\nIn the final, REM stage of the sleep cycle:\n\n- The eyes move quickly under the eyelids, breathing gets faster, and the heart beats faster. You can’t move your arms or legs during REM sleep.\n- This is when we have our most vivid dreams.\n- REM sleep is important for learning and memory.\n### How Much Sleep Do Kids Need?\nHow much sleep kids need varies by age. While every child is different, experts recommend:\n\n- infants (0–3 months): 14–17 hours, including [naps](https:\/\/kidshealth.org\/en\/parents\/naps.html)\n- infants (4–12 months: 12–16 hours, including naps\n- toddlers (1–2 years): 11–14 hours, including naps\n- preschool (3–5 years): 10–13 hours, including naps\n- school-age (6–13 years): 9–12 hours\n- teens (14–17 years): 8–10 hours\n### How Can I Tell if My Child Isn’t Getting Enough Sleep?\nA child who isn’t getting enough sleep may:\n\n- fall asleep during the day\n- be hyperactive (especially younger children)\n- have trouble paying attention\n- struggle with school work\n- be cranky, whiny, irritable, or moody\n- have behavior problems\n### What Can Help Kids Sleep?\nFor kids of all ages, set up a bedtime routine that encourages [good sleep habits](https:\/\/kidshealth.org\/en\/parents\/sleep-hygiene.html). These tips can help kids ease into a good night's sleep:\n\n- Stick to a regular bedtime. You can give your kids a heads-up 30 minutes and then 10 minutes beforehand.\n- Encourage older kids and teens to set a bedtime that allows for the full hours of sleep needed at their age. A bedtime routine could include washing up and brushing teeth, reading a book, or listening to quiet music.\n- Turn off all screens (TV, computers, phones, tablets, and video games) at least 1 hour before bedtime. Consider removing all devices from your child’s bedroom.\n### More About Sleep by Age\nLearn more about sleep as your child grows:\n\n- [Sleep and Your Newborn](https:\/\/kidshealth.org\/en\/parents\/sleepnewborn.html)\n- [Sleep and Your 1- to 3-Month-Old](https:\/\/kidshealth.org\/en\/parents\/sleep13m.html)\n- [Sleep and Your 4- to 7-Month-Old](https:\/\/kidshealth.org\/en\/parents\/sleep47m.html)\n- [Sleep and Your 8- to 12-Month-Old](https:\/\/kidshealth.org\/en\/parents\/sleep812m.html)\n- [Sleep and Your Toddler](https:\/\/kidshealth.org\/en\/parents\/sleep12yr.html)\n- [Sleep and Your Preschooler](https:\/\/kidshealth.org\/en\/parents\/sleep-preschool.html)\n- [Sleep and Your School-Age Child](https:\/\/kidshealth.org\/en\/parents\/sleep-school-age.html)\n- [Sleep and Your Teen](https:\/\/kidshealth.org\/en\/parents\/sleep-problems.html)","meta_canonical":null}

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Boilerpipe Text	Sleep — or lack of it — is common concern for parents. As new parents quickly learn, the well-being of everyone in the household can depend on how well their baby sleeps. And when they’re older, kids who don’t get enough sleep can have trouble paying attention, mood swings, behavior problems, and learning problems. What Happens During Sleep? As we sleep, our brains move between two types of sleep — non-REM and REM (rapid eye movement) sleep. Together, the stages of non-REM sleep and REM sleep make up a sleep cycle. Babies spend more time in REM sleep and their sleep cycles are shorter than adults. Time spent in REM sleep decreases and sleep cycles get longer as kids get older. By the time kids start school, one complete sleep cycle lasts about 90 minutes, which is similar to an adult's. Stage 1 and stage 2 non-REM sleep are light sleep stages: A person can wake up easily. Eye movements slow down, heart and breathing rates slow down, and body temperature decreases. Stage 3 non-REM sleep is deep sleep: It's harder to wake someone up. When awakened, a person often will feel groggy and confused. Night terrors , sleepwalking , and bed-wetting can happen during this stage. This is the most refreshing sleep stage. It’s during this stage that the body releases hormones needed for growth and development. In the final, REM stage of the sleep cycle: The eyes move quickly under the eyelids, breathing gets faster, and the heart beats faster. You can’t move your arms or legs during REM sleep. This is when we have our most vivid dreams. REM sleep is important for learning and memory. How Much Sleep Do Kids Need? How much sleep kids need varies by age. While every child is different, experts recommend: infants (0–3 months): 14–17 hours, including naps infants (4–12 months: 12–16 hours, including naps toddlers (1–2 years): 11–14 hours, including naps preschool (3–5 years): 10–13 hours, including naps school-age (6–13 years): 9–12 hours teens (14–17 years): 8–10 hours How Can I Tell if My Child Isn’t Getting Enough Sleep? A child who isn’t getting enough sleep may: fall asleep during the day be hyperactive (especially younger children) have trouble paying attention struggle with school work be cranky, whiny, irritable, or moody have behavior problems What Can Help Kids Sleep? For kids of all ages, set up a bedtime routine that encourages good sleep habits . These tips can help kids ease into a good night's sleep: Stick to a regular bedtime. You can give your kids a heads-up 30 minutes and then 10 minutes beforehand. Encourage older kids and teens to set a bedtime that allows for the full hours of sleep needed at their age. A bedtime routine could include washing up and brushing teeth, reading a book, or listening to quiet music. Turn off all screens (TV, computers, phones, tablets, and video games) at least 1 hour before bedtime. Consider removing all devices from your child’s bedroom. More About Sleep by Age Learn more about sleep as your child grows: Sleep and Your Newborn Sleep and Your 1- to 3-Month-Old Sleep and Your 4- to 7-Month-Old Sleep and Your 8- to 12-Month-Old Sleep and Your Toddler Sleep and Your Preschooler Sleep and Your School-Age Child Sleep and Your Teen
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And when they’re older, kids who don’t get enough sleep can have trouble paying attention, mood swings, behavior problems, and learning problems. ### What Happens During Sleep? As we sleep, our brains move between two types of sleep — non-REM and REM (rapid eye movement) sleep. Together, the stages of non-REM sleep and REM sleep make up a sleep cycle. Babies spend more time in REM sleep and their sleep cycles are shorter than adults. Time spent in REM sleep decreases and sleep cycles get longer as kids get older. By the time kids start school, one complete sleep cycle lasts about 90 minutes, which is similar to an adult's. Stage 1 and stage 2 non-REM sleep are light sleep stages: - A person can wake up easily. - Eye movements slow down, heart and breathing rates slow down, and body temperature decreases. Stage 3 non-REM sleep is deep sleep: - It's harder to wake someone up. When awakened, a person often will feel groggy and confused. - [Night terrors](https://kidshealth.org/en/parents/terrors.html), [sleepwalking](https://kidshealth.org/en/parents/sleepwalking.html), and [bed-wetting](https://kidshealth.org/en/parents/enuresis.html) can happen during this stage. - This is the most refreshing sleep stage. It’s during this stage that the body releases hormones needed for growth and development. In the final, REM stage of the sleep cycle: - The eyes move quickly under the eyelids, breathing gets faster, and the heart beats faster. You can’t move your arms or legs during REM sleep. - This is when we have our most vivid dreams. - REM sleep is important for learning and memory. ### How Much Sleep Do Kids Need? How much sleep kids need varies by age. While every child is different, experts recommend: - infants (0–3 months): 14–17 hours, including [naps](https://kidshealth.org/en/parents/naps.html) - infants (4–12 months: 12–16 hours, including naps - toddlers (1–2 years): 11–14 hours, including naps - preschool (3–5 years): 10–13 hours, including naps - school-age (6–13 years): 9–12 hours - teens (14–17 years): 8–10 hours ### How Can I Tell if My Child Isn’t Getting Enough Sleep? A child who isn’t getting enough sleep may: - fall asleep during the day - be hyperactive (especially younger children) - have trouble paying attention - struggle with school work - be cranky, whiny, irritable, or moody - have behavior problems ### What Can Help Kids Sleep? For kids of all ages, set up a bedtime routine that encourages [good sleep habits](https://kidshealth.org/en/parents/sleep-hygiene.html). These tips can help kids ease into a good night's sleep: - Stick to a regular bedtime. You can give your kids a heads-up 30 minutes and then 10 minutes beforehand. - Encourage older kids and teens to set a bedtime that allows for the full hours of sleep needed at their age. A bedtime routine could include washing up and brushing teeth, reading a book, or listening to quiet music. - Turn off all screens (TV, computers, phones, tablets, and video games) at least 1 hour before bedtime. Consider removing all devices from your child’s bedroom. ### More About Sleep by Age Learn more about sleep as your child grows: - [Sleep and Your Newborn](https://kidshealth.org/en/parents/sleepnewborn.html) - [Sleep and Your 1- to 3-Month-Old](https://kidshealth.org/en/parents/sleep13m.html) - [Sleep and Your 4- to 7-Month-Old](https://kidshealth.org/en/parents/sleep47m.html) - [Sleep and Your 8- to 12-Month-Old](https://kidshealth.org/en/parents/sleep812m.html) - [Sleep and Your Toddler](https://kidshealth.org/en/parents/sleep12yr.html) - [Sleep and Your Preschooler](https://kidshealth.org/en/parents/sleep-preschool.html) - [Sleep and Your School-Age Child](https://kidshealth.org/en/parents/sleep-school-age.html) - [Sleep and Your Teen](https://kidshealth.org/en/parents/sleep-problems.html) Medically reviewed by: [Mary L. 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Readable Markdown	Sleep — or lack of it — is common concern for parents. As new parents quickly learn, the well-being of everyone in the household can depend on how well their baby sleeps. And when they’re older, kids who don’t get enough sleep can have trouble paying attention, mood swings, behavior problems, and learning problems. ### What Happens During Sleep? As we sleep, our brains move between two types of sleep — non-REM and REM (rapid eye movement) sleep. Together, the stages of non-REM sleep and REM sleep make up a sleep cycle. Babies spend more time in REM sleep and their sleep cycles are shorter than adults. Time spent in REM sleep decreases and sleep cycles get longer as kids get older. By the time kids start school, one complete sleep cycle lasts about 90 minutes, which is similar to an adult's. Stage 1 and stage 2 non-REM sleep are light sleep stages: - A person can wake up easily. - Eye movements slow down, heart and breathing rates slow down, and body temperature decreases. Stage 3 non-REM sleep is deep sleep: - It's harder to wake someone up. When awakened, a person often will feel groggy and confused. - [Night terrors](https://kidshealth.org/en/parents/terrors.html), [sleepwalking](https://kidshealth.org/en/parents/sleepwalking.html), and [bed-wetting](https://kidshealth.org/en/parents/enuresis.html) can happen during this stage. - This is the most refreshing sleep stage. It’s during this stage that the body releases hormones needed for growth and development. In the final, REM stage of the sleep cycle: - The eyes move quickly under the eyelids, breathing gets faster, and the heart beats faster. You can’t move your arms or legs during REM sleep. - This is when we have our most vivid dreams. - REM sleep is important for learning and memory. ### How Much Sleep Do Kids Need? How much sleep kids need varies by age. While every child is different, experts recommend: - infants (0–3 months): 14–17 hours, including [naps](https://kidshealth.org/en/parents/naps.html) - infants (4–12 months: 12–16 hours, including naps - toddlers (1–2 years): 11–14 hours, including naps - preschool (3–5 years): 10–13 hours, including naps - school-age (6–13 years): 9–12 hours - teens (14–17 years): 8–10 hours ### How Can I Tell if My Child Isn’t Getting Enough Sleep? A child who isn’t getting enough sleep may: - fall asleep during the day - be hyperactive (especially younger children) - have trouble paying attention - struggle with school work - be cranky, whiny, irritable, or moody - have behavior problems ### What Can Help Kids Sleep? For kids of all ages, set up a bedtime routine that encourages [good sleep habits](https://kidshealth.org/en/parents/sleep-hygiene.html). These tips can help kids ease into a good night's sleep: - Stick to a regular bedtime. You can give your kids a heads-up 30 minutes and then 10 minutes beforehand. - Encourage older kids and teens to set a bedtime that allows for the full hours of sleep needed at their age. A bedtime routine could include washing up and brushing teeth, reading a book, or listening to quiet music. - Turn off all screens (TV, computers, phones, tablets, and video games) at least 1 hour before bedtime. Consider removing all devices from your child’s bedroom. ### More About Sleep by Age Learn more about sleep as your child grows: - [Sleep and Your Newborn](https://kidshealth.org/en/parents/sleepnewborn.html) - [Sleep and Your 1- to 3-Month-Old](https://kidshealth.org/en/parents/sleep13m.html) - [Sleep and Your 4- to 7-Month-Old](https://kidshealth.org/en/parents/sleep47m.html) - [Sleep and Your 8- to 12-Month-Old](https://kidshealth.org/en/parents/sleep812m.html) - [Sleep and Your Toddler](https://kidshealth.org/en/parents/sleep12yr.html) - [Sleep and Your Preschooler](https://kidshealth.org/en/parents/sleep-preschool.html) - [Sleep and Your School-Age Child](https://kidshealth.org/en/parents/sleep-school-age.html) - [Sleep and Your Teen](https://kidshealth.org/en/parents/sleep-problems.html)
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