{"id":6221,"date":"2023-08-31T13:26:50","date_gmt":"2023-08-31T13:26:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bettersleep.org\/?p=6221"},"modified":"2023-08-31T13:26:50","modified_gmt":"2023-08-31T13:26:50","slug":"back-to-school-childrens-sleep-challenges-by-age-group","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bettersleep.org\/blog\/back-to-school-childrens-sleep-challenges-by-age-group\/","title":{"rendered":"Back To School: Children\u2019s Sleep Challenges by Age Group"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-6223 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/bettersleep.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/back-to-school-2022-11-16-18-56-01-utc.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"960\" height=\"640\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bettersleep.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/back-to-school-2022-11-16-18-56-01-utc.jpg 960w, https:\/\/bettersleep.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/back-to-school-2022-11-16-18-56-01-utc-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/bettersleep.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/back-to-school-2022-11-16-18-56-01-utc-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">From preschoolers to high schoolers, a new school year means lots of new and exciting changes to their daily routines\u2014especially their sleep schedules. But as many parents know, addressing kid\u2019s <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.apa.org\/news\/press\/releases\/2012\/08\/sleep-challenges\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">sleep challenges<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> isn&#8217;t as simple as a one-size-fits-all approach. Whether they&#8217;re tots starting half-day kindergarten or teens juggling school, homework, and extracurriculars, different school-age groups have their own unique sleep demands and dilemmas when it comes to achieving those coveted Zzz&#8217;s.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So, let&#8217;s dive into the world of <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">children&#8217;s sleep,<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> breaking it down by age and sharing the secrets to tackling those end-of-summer sleep hurdles. We explore tailored strategies to help every kid transition from laid-back summer nights to the regulated rhythm of the school year.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Preschoolers &amp; Elementary: Early Years&#8217; Sleep Struggles<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Going back to school means new experiences and exciting changes, but for many it can also mean common sleep challenges like bedtime resistance, difficulty falling asleep, and waking up throughout the night. To support kids during this transition, it&#8217;s important to consider tailored strategies that cater to their specific needs at this age<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ease into a healthy sleep routine with the following tips:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Consistent Routine: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keeping a regular sleep schedule not only regulates their internal clock but also ensures they&#8217;re getting enough sleep for their age.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>How many hours of sleep do kids need<\/b><b>?<\/b> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Recommended sleep by age<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is an important consideration. The <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\/healthy-lifestyle\/adult-health\/expert-answers\/how-many-hours-of-sleep-are-enough\/faq-20057898\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mayo Clinic<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> recommends 10 to 13 hours, including naps for 3 to 5 year olds, 9 to 12 hours of sleep for 6 to 12 year olds, and 8 to 10 hours for 13 to 18 year olds.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Wind-Down Time: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Introduce a calming pre-bedtime routine that involves reading a favorite book or enjoying a warm bath. Establishing a consistent nighttime routine not only helps your child relax, but helps them recognize when it&#8217;s time for bed, which can contribute to a smoother transition that hopefully reduces nighttime tantrums.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Sleep Environment:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Creating a comfortable sleep environment is crucial for addressing <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">preschooler sleeping problems<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Make sure their sleeping space is a haven of tranquility. Keep it dimly lit, quiet, and at a comfortable temperature to create an ideal atmosphere for sleep.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Limit Screen Time: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It&#8217;s important to avoid screens before bedtime. The blue light emitted from screens can disrupt their natural sleep-wake cycle, making it harder for them to fall asleep. This is particularly important when talking about <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">how to get sleep <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sleepfoundation.org\/school-and-sleep\/back-to-school-sleep-tips\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">back on track<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for school<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> because the consistent exposure to screens\u2014computers, tablets, and smartphones\u2014can interfere with the body&#8217;s production of melatonin, a hormone that signals to the body that it&#8217;s time to sleep.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Nighttime Fears: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At this age, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">children&#8217;s sleep<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is commonly affected by nighttime fears. From checking for monsters under the bed to adding a nightlight to their room, address any nighttime fears or anxieties they might have. Provide comfort and reassurance by talking about their worries and finding ways to soothe their concerns.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Middle School: Navigating Tween Sleep Shifts<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Middle school brings its own set of sleep challenges as kids face the changing tides of academics and social activities. With more challenging homework schedules and a budding social circle, their sleep patterns can shift, often leading to shorter nights of poor quality sleep. Here are ways you can help them manage <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">shifting sleep schedule<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">s and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.uclahealth.org\/news\/how-make-proper-sleep-back-school-priority-kids\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">achieve better sleep<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Sticking to a Routine: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Encourage them to stick to a regular sleep schedule, even on weekends. Consistency helps their body&#8217;s internal clock stay on track.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Managing Homework: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As their responsibilities grow, help them set aside time for homework earlier in the evening. This way, they won&#8217;t be tempted to stay up late finishing assignments.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Balancing Screen Time:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> It&#8217;s important to set <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/bettersleep.org\/blog\/sleep-and-technology-how-it-affects-sleep-quality\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">limits on screen time<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, especially close to bedtime. While they may need to use electronics to complete homework, the blue light from screens can interfere with their ability to fall asleep, so try to prioritize screen time earlier in the evening.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Relaxation Techniques: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Want to know <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">how to get sleep back on track<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">? Teach them some relaxation techniques, like taking slow breaths or doing gentle stretches. These can help them unwind and get ready for a good night&#8217;s sleep.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Creating a Cozy Sleep Space:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Make sure their bed is comfortable and inviting. A good mattress and pillows can make a big difference in the quality of their sleep. Encourage them to personalize their sleep space with things they love, like posters or soft blankets. Having a space that feels uniquely theirs can help them see it as a cozy sanctuary for rest.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Keeping the Conversation Going: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Middle school can come with its own set of worries. Keep the lines of communication open so they feel comfortable talking about any stressors that might affect their sleep.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">High School: The Midnight Balancing Act<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For high school students, the end of summer can mean a return to packed schedules filled with academics, extracurricular activities, and part-time jobs. Balancing these commitments while maintaining <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/kidshealth.org\/en\/teens\/sleep.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">healthy sleep patterns<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> can be challenging. Here&#8217;s how to help them strike that balance:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Making Sleep a Priority:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Help them understand how important sleep is for doing well in school, staying in a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/bettersleep.org\/blog\/moody-much-how-sleep-impacts-our-emotional-well-being\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">good mood<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and staying healthy overall.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Managing Time:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Support them in learning how to manage their time effectively. This will help them figure out when to study, when to do activities, and when to take breaks; it will also help them better manage their <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">shifting sleep schedule<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Healthy Habits: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Encourage them to live a healthy lifestyle, including exercising regularly, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/bettersleep.org\/blog\/the-sleep-diet\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">eating balanced meals<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and avoiding caffeine before bedtime.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Napping Wisely:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> If they feel like they need a nap, suggest short power naps that can give them a quick energy boost. But remind them that longer naps might make it harder to sleep at night.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Dealing with Stress: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">High school can be stressful. Teach them ways to manage stress, like trying mindfulness exercises, writing in a journal, or talking to a counselor.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Weekend Balance: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While it&#8217;s okay to have a slightly different sleep schedule on weekends, remind them not to stray too far from their weekday routine. Keeping things consistent is important for their sleep patterns.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Understanding the sleep dynamics of different age groups and implementing age-appropriate strategies can pave the way for a smoother transition as summer wanes and school beckons.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">By providing the right guidance and support, you can equip children of all ages with the tools they need to embrace a new school year with well-rested minds and energized bodies.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>&nbsp; From preschoolers to high schoolers, a new school year means lots of new and exciting changes to their daily routines\u2014especially their sleep schedules. But as many parents know, addressing kid\u2019s sleep challenges isn&#8217;t as simple as a one-size-fits-all approach. Whether they&#8217;re tots starting half-day kindergarten or teens juggling school, homework, and extracurriculars, different school-age [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":6223,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[25],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-6221","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-blog"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v24.3 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>Back To School: Children\u2019s Sleep Challenges by Age Group - Better Sleep Council | Start every day with a good night\u2019s sleep<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Dive into the world of children&#039;s sleep, breaking it down by age and sharing the secrets to tackling those end-of-summer sleep hurdles.\" \/>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/bettersleep.org\/blog\/back-to-school-childrens-sleep-challenges-by-age-group\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_US\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"Back To School: Children\u2019s Sleep Challenges by Age Group - Better Sleep Council | Start every day with a good night\u2019s sleep\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:description\" content=\"Dive into the world of children&#039;s sleep, breaking it down by age and sharing the secrets to tackling those end-of-summer sleep hurdles.\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:url\" content=\"https:\/\/bettersleep.org\/blog\/back-to-school-childrens-sleep-challenges-by-age-group\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:site_name\" content=\"Better Sleep Council | Start every day with a good night\u2019s sleep\" \/>\n<meta property=\"article:publisher\" content=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/BetterSleepOrg\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"article:published_time\" content=\"2023-08-31T13:26:50+00:00\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:image\" content=\"https:\/\/bettersleep.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/back-to-school-2022-11-16-18-56-01-utc.jpg\" \/>\n\t<meta property=\"og:image:width\" content=\"960\" \/>\n\t<meta property=\"og:image:height\" content=\"640\" \/>\n\t<meta property=\"og:image:type\" content=\"image\/jpeg\" \/>\n<meta name=\"author\" content=\"Josh Farmer\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:card\" content=\"summary_large_image\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:creator\" content=\"@BetterSleepOrg\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:site\" content=\"@BetterSleepOrg\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:label1\" content=\"Written by\" \/>\n\t<meta name=\"twitter:data1\" content=\"Josh Farmer\" \/>\n\t<meta name=\"twitter:label2\" content=\"Est. reading time\" \/>\n\t<meta name=\"twitter:data2\" content=\"5 minutes\" \/>\n<script type=\"application\/ld+json\" class=\"yoast-schema-graph\">{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@graph\":[{\"@type\":\"Article\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/bettersleep.org\/blog\/back-to-school-childrens-sleep-challenges-by-age-group\/#article\",\"isPartOf\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/bettersleep.org\/blog\/back-to-school-childrens-sleep-challenges-by-age-group\/\"},\"author\":{\"name\":\"Josh Farmer\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/bettersleep.org\/#\/schema\/person\/53e17aaac3128096cf11f556ae2b5310\"},\"headline\":\"Back To School: Children\u2019s Sleep Challenges by Age Group\",\"datePublished\":\"2023-08-31T13:26:50+00:00\",\"dateModified\":\"2023-08-31T13:26:50+00:00\",\"mainEntityOfPage\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/bettersleep.org\/blog\/back-to-school-childrens-sleep-challenges-by-age-group\/\"},\"wordCount\":1092,\"publisher\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/bettersleep.org\/#organization\"},\"image\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/bettersleep.org\/blog\/back-to-school-childrens-sleep-challenges-by-age-group\/#primaryimage\"},\"thumbnailUrl\":\"https:\/\/bettersleep.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/back-to-school-2022-11-16-18-56-01-utc.jpg\",\"articleSection\":[\"Blog\"],\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\"},{\"@type\":\"WebPage\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/bettersleep.org\/blog\/back-to-school-childrens-sleep-challenges-by-age-group\/\",\"url\":\"https:\/\/bettersleep.org\/blog\/back-to-school-childrens-sleep-challenges-by-age-group\/\",\"name\":\"Back To School: Children\u2019s Sleep Challenges by Age Group - Better Sleep Council | Start every day with a good night\u2019s sleep\",\"isPartOf\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/bettersleep.org\/#website\"},\"primaryImageOfPage\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/bettersleep.org\/blog\/back-to-school-childrens-sleep-challenges-by-age-group\/#primaryimage\"},\"image\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/bettersleep.org\/blog\/back-to-school-childrens-sleep-challenges-by-age-group\/#primaryimage\"},\"thumbnailUrl\":\"https:\/\/bettersleep.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/back-to-school-2022-11-16-18-56-01-utc.jpg\",\"datePublished\":\"2023-08-31T13:26:50+00:00\",\"dateModified\":\"2023-08-31T13:26:50+00:00\",\"description\":\"Dive into the world of children's sleep, breaking it down by age and sharing the secrets to tackling those end-of-summer sleep hurdles.\",\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\",\"potentialAction\":[{\"@type\":\"ReadAction\",\"target\":[\"https:\/\/bettersleep.org\/blog\/back-to-school-childrens-sleep-challenges-by-age-group\/\"]}]},{\"@type\":\"ImageObject\",\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/bettersleep.org\/blog\/back-to-school-childrens-sleep-challenges-by-age-group\/#primaryimage\",\"url\":\"https:\/\/bettersleep.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/back-to-school-2022-11-16-18-56-01-utc.jpg\",\"contentUrl\":\"https:\/\/bettersleep.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/back-to-school-2022-11-16-18-56-01-utc.jpg\",\"width\":960,\"height\":640},{\"@type\":\"WebSite\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/bettersleep.org\/#website\",\"url\":\"https:\/\/bettersleep.org\/\",\"name\":\"Better Sleep Council | Start every day with a good night\u2019s sleep\",\"description\":\"A program of the International Sleep Products Association\",\"publisher\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/bettersleep.org\/#organization\"},\"potentialAction\":[{\"@type\":\"SearchAction\",\"target\":{\"@type\":\"EntryPoint\",\"urlTemplate\":\"https:\/\/bettersleep.org\/?s={search_term_string}\"},\"query-input\":{\"@type\":\"PropertyValueSpecification\",\"valueRequired\":true,\"valueName\":\"search_term_string\"}}],\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\"},{\"@type\":\"Organization\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/bettersleep.org\/#organization\",\"name\":\"Better Sleep Council | Start every day with a good night\u2019s sleep\",\"url\":\"https:\/\/bettersleep.org\/\",\"logo\":{\"@type\":\"ImageObject\",\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/bettersleep.org\/#\/schema\/logo\/image\/\",\"url\":\"https:\/\/bettersleep.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/bettersleep.svg\",\"contentUrl\":\"https:\/\/bettersleep.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/bettersleep.svg\",\"width\":193,\"height\":81,\"caption\":\"Better Sleep Council | Start every day with a good night\u2019s sleep\"},\"image\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/bettersleep.org\/#\/schema\/logo\/image\/\"},\"sameAs\":[\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/BetterSleepOrg\/\",\"https:\/\/x.com\/BetterSleepOrg\",\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/bettersleeporg\/\",\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/user\/BetterSleeporg\/\"]},{\"@type\":\"Person\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/bettersleep.org\/#\/schema\/person\/53e17aaac3128096cf11f556ae2b5310\",\"name\":\"Josh Farmer\",\"image\":{\"@type\":\"ImageObject\",\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/bettersleep.org\/#\/schema\/person\/image\/\",\"url\":\"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/336103c6515e9b35bf1270d46aa1238e?s=96&d=mm&r=g\",\"contentUrl\":\"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/336103c6515e9b35bf1270d46aa1238e?s=96&d=mm&r=g\",\"caption\":\"Josh Farmer\"},\"url\":\"https:\/\/bettersleep.org\/author\/joshfarmer\/\"}]}<\/script>\n<!-- \/ Yoast SEO plugin. -->","yoast_head_json":{"title":"Back To School: Children\u2019s Sleep Challenges by Age Group - Better Sleep Council | Start every day with a good night\u2019s sleep","description":"Dive into the world of children's sleep, breaking it down by age and sharing the secrets to tackling those end-of-summer sleep hurdles.","robots":{"index":"index","follow":"follow","max-snippet":"max-snippet:-1","max-image-preview":"max-image-preview:large","max-video-preview":"max-video-preview:-1"},"canonical":"https:\/\/bettersleep.org\/blog\/back-to-school-childrens-sleep-challenges-by-age-group\/","og_locale":"en_US","og_type":"article","og_title":"Back To School: Children\u2019s Sleep Challenges by Age Group - Better Sleep Council | Start every day with a good night\u2019s sleep","og_description":"Dive into the world of children's sleep, breaking it down by age and sharing the secrets to tackling those end-of-summer sleep hurdles.","og_url":"https:\/\/bettersleep.org\/blog\/back-to-school-childrens-sleep-challenges-by-age-group\/","og_site_name":"Better Sleep Council | Start every day with a good night\u2019s sleep","article_publisher":"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/BetterSleepOrg\/","article_published_time":"2023-08-31T13:26:50+00:00","og_image":[{"width":960,"height":640,"url":"https:\/\/bettersleep.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/back-to-school-2022-11-16-18-56-01-utc.jpg","type":"image\/jpeg"}],"author":"Josh Farmer","twitter_card":"summary_large_image","twitter_creator":"@BetterSleepOrg","twitter_site":"@BetterSleepOrg","twitter_misc":{"Written by":"Josh Farmer","Est. reading time":"5 minutes"},"schema":{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org","@graph":[{"@type":"Article","@id":"https:\/\/bettersleep.org\/blog\/back-to-school-childrens-sleep-challenges-by-age-group\/#article","isPartOf":{"@id":"https:\/\/bettersleep.org\/blog\/back-to-school-childrens-sleep-challenges-by-age-group\/"},"author":{"name":"Josh Farmer","@id":"https:\/\/bettersleep.org\/#\/schema\/person\/53e17aaac3128096cf11f556ae2b5310"},"headline":"Back To School: Children\u2019s Sleep Challenges by Age Group","datePublished":"2023-08-31T13:26:50+00:00","dateModified":"2023-08-31T13:26:50+00:00","mainEntityOfPage":{"@id":"https:\/\/bettersleep.org\/blog\/back-to-school-childrens-sleep-challenges-by-age-group\/"},"wordCount":1092,"publisher":{"@id":"https:\/\/bettersleep.org\/#organization"},"image":{"@id":"https:\/\/bettersleep.org\/blog\/back-to-school-childrens-sleep-challenges-by-age-group\/#primaryimage"},"thumbnailUrl":"https:\/\/bettersleep.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/back-to-school-2022-11-16-18-56-01-utc.jpg","articleSection":["Blog"],"inLanguage":"en-US"},{"@type":"WebPage","@id":"https:\/\/bettersleep.org\/blog\/back-to-school-childrens-sleep-challenges-by-age-group\/","url":"https:\/\/bettersleep.org\/blog\/back-to-school-childrens-sleep-challenges-by-age-group\/","name":"Back To School: Children\u2019s Sleep Challenges by Age Group - Better Sleep Council | Start every day with a good night\u2019s sleep","isPartOf":{"@id":"https:\/\/bettersleep.org\/#website"},"primaryImageOfPage":{"@id":"https:\/\/bettersleep.org\/blog\/back-to-school-childrens-sleep-challenges-by-age-group\/#primaryimage"},"image":{"@id":"https:\/\/bettersleep.org\/blog\/back-to-school-childrens-sleep-challenges-by-age-group\/#primaryimage"},"thumbnailUrl":"https:\/\/bettersleep.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/back-to-school-2022-11-16-18-56-01-utc.jpg","datePublished":"2023-08-31T13:26:50+00:00","dateModified":"2023-08-31T13:26:50+00:00","description":"Dive into the world of children's sleep, breaking it down by age and sharing the secrets to tackling those end-of-summer sleep hurdles.","inLanguage":"en-US","potentialAction":[{"@type":"ReadAction","target":["https:\/\/bettersleep.org\/blog\/back-to-school-childrens-sleep-challenges-by-age-group\/"]}]},{"@type":"ImageObject","inLanguage":"en-US","@id":"https:\/\/bettersleep.org\/blog\/back-to-school-childrens-sleep-challenges-by-age-group\/#primaryimage","url":"https:\/\/bettersleep.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/back-to-school-2022-11-16-18-56-01-utc.jpg","contentUrl":"https:\/\/bettersleep.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/back-to-school-2022-11-16-18-56-01-utc.jpg","width":960,"height":640},{"@type":"WebSite","@id":"https:\/\/bettersleep.org\/#website","url":"https:\/\/bettersleep.org\/","name":"Better Sleep Council | Start every day with a good night\u2019s sleep","description":"A program of the International Sleep Products Association","publisher":{"@id":"https:\/\/bettersleep.org\/#organization"},"potentialAction":[{"@type":"SearchAction","target":{"@type":"EntryPoint","urlTemplate":"https:\/\/bettersleep.org\/?s={search_term_string}"},"query-input":{"@type":"PropertyValueSpecification","valueRequired":true,"valueName":"search_term_string"}}],"inLanguage":"en-US"},{"@type":"Organization","@id":"https:\/\/bettersleep.org\/#organization","name":"Better Sleep Council | Start every day with a good night\u2019s sleep","url":"https:\/\/bettersleep.org\/","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","inLanguage":"en-US","@id":"https:\/\/bettersleep.org\/#\/schema\/logo\/image\/","url":"https:\/\/bettersleep.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/bettersleep.svg","contentUrl":"https:\/\/bettersleep.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/bettersleep.svg","width":193,"height":81,"caption":"Better Sleep Council | Start every day with a good night\u2019s sleep"},"image":{"@id":"https:\/\/bettersleep.org\/#\/schema\/logo\/image\/"},"sameAs":["https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/BetterSleepOrg\/","https:\/\/x.com\/BetterSleepOrg","https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/bettersleeporg\/","https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/user\/BetterSleeporg\/"]},{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/bettersleep.org\/#\/schema\/person\/53e17aaac3128096cf11f556ae2b5310","name":"Josh Farmer","image":{"@type":"ImageObject","inLanguage":"en-US","@id":"https:\/\/bettersleep.org\/#\/schema\/person\/image\/","url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/336103c6515e9b35bf1270d46aa1238e?s=96&d=mm&r=g","contentUrl":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/336103c6515e9b35bf1270d46aa1238e?s=96&d=mm&r=g","caption":"Josh Farmer"},"url":"https:\/\/bettersleep.org\/author\/joshfarmer\/"}]}},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/bettersleep.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/6221","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/bettersleep.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/bettersleep.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/bettersleep.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/bettersleep.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=6221"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/bettersleep.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/6221\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/bettersleep.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/6223"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/bettersleep.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=6221"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/bettersleep.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=6221"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/bettersleep.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=6221"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}