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Whether you need help falling or staying asleep, our experts are here to help. They share insights on topics like how much sleep you need, why you’re waking up tired, sleep hygiene best practices, supplements and why trends like mouth taping are so dangerous.

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September 19, 2022/Sleep

Signs Your Child Is Exhausted: Spotting Sleepiness, From Babies to Teens

From pulling on ears and hyperactivity at night to irritability and napping during the day

Person sleeping in bed with tape on mouth to stop snoring.
September 8, 2022/Sleep

Mouth Taping: Is It Safe?

Mouth taping isn’t a recommended treatment for sleep apnea or snoring

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August 18, 2022/Sleep

Why Do We Dream?

Experts are still trying to unravel this mystery

A drawing of a woman and child with a bottle between them
August 17, 2022/Sleep

Melatonin Overdose in Children

Too much of the supplement can lead to an upset stomach, vomiting and diarrhea

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August 16, 2022/Sleep

Melatonin for My Child: What Parents Should Know

While the supplement is safe, it’s best to talk to your child’s pediatrician first

Person with the sleep disorder sexsomnia.
August 15, 2022/Sleep

Is Sexsomnia Real — and Could You Have It and Not Know It?

Sleep-sex episodes are rare sleep-related disorders

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July 22, 2022/Sleep

Should You Try Polyphasic Sleep?

The risks may outweigh the rewards of this type of sleep schedule

A person sitting up in bed and drinking a glass of water while another person sleeps next to them
June 22, 2022/Sleep

Is It Healthy To Drink Water Before Bed?

Short answer: Not really

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What Do Dreams Mean?

Your day-to-day life might hold clues

A collection of foods like berries, salmon, almonds, garlic and olive oil
May 25, 2022/Sleep

6 Foods That Help You Sleep

How tweaks to your diet can help improve your sleep

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