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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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January 21, 2025/Children's Health

When and How To Sleep Train Your Baby

You can choose one method or combine aspects from a few to help your baby learn to sleep through the night

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January 17, 2025/Sleep

How To Fix Your Sleep Schedule

A regular sleep schedule is essential to your well-being — be consistent and take time to wind down

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January 7, 2025/Sleep

What’s the Best Sleep Position for You?

There’s no one sleep position that’s best for everyone — but you may benefit from sleeping a certain way depending on your individual needs

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January 3, 2025/Sleep

Breathing Problems? Try These Sleep Positions

If you’re feeling short of breath, sleep can be tough — propping yourself up or sleeping on your side may help

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December 24, 2024/Sleep

Does Magnesium Help You Sleep Better?

Research is limited on whether the supplement can help you snooze, and there may be better options

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December 18, 2024/Ear, Nose & Throat

Why You Have a Sore Throat in the Morning

Dry air and acid reflux are just two of the many possible causes of your scratchy throat

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November 15, 2024/Sleep

Why Women Need To Sleep More Than Men

Changing hormones, mental health issues and a higher risk for sleep disorders can all impact women’s sleep needs

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November 12, 2024/Lung

Why Is My Asthma Worse at Night?

Nighttime asthma attacks can be due to acid reflux, allergens and hormonal changes, but treatment can help prevent them

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November 5, 2024/Sleep

Feeling Tired? Here’s How To Stay Awake

Drink some water, take a little walk, step away from your computer and chat with a coworker, or even your toddler, to help ward off daytime sleepiness

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November 1, 2024/Children's Health

Here’s How Many Hours Teens Should Sleep

The need for sleep often takes a back seat for teens, but they need eight to 10 hours of sleep to stay mentally healthy, strengthen their brains and prevent injury

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