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Strategies for Negotiating Bedtimes for Teens

Posted by Darian Dozier on Dec 31, 2023 10:40:40 AM

The teenage years are a time of profound growth, exploration, and transformation, both physically and mentally. As adolescents navigate the challenges and opportunities of this pivotal stage, sleep plays a crucial role in their overall well-being, academic performance, and emotional health. However, negotiating sleep with a teenager can often feel like navigating uncharted territory, filled with late nights, varying sleep schedules, and evolving preferences. In this blog post, we'll explore practical strategies and tips for negotiating sleep with a teenager, fostering healthy habits, and promoting restful nights for the entire family.

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Sleep Battles with Teens and What to Do

Posted by Darian Dozier on Jan 13, 2022 10:04:00 AM

As adults who never seem to get enough sleep, it can be easy to get frustrated over teens who seem to not realize the importance of sleep or take advantage of their freedom to go to sleep as early as they want. Fights over when children go to sleep can create unnecessary conflict and irritation in your household when the best approach may be to just leave them alone and let them sleep whenever they want. This is counterintuitive for the reasons listed below, but it may be time to throw in the towel and focus on something else in your child's life. Continue reading to find out more on how to let go of the sleep battle with your teen. 

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