Why sleep is so crucial for our children’s learning and behaviour

by Jenny Stephenson

Why sleep is so crucial for our children’s learning and behaviour

Getting enough quality sleep is essential for our children’s daytime functioning. During sleep, our children’s brains work to make sense of what they have seen and learned in their waking hours.

In an article for Motherland, HappySleepers’Jenny Stephenson talks about common sleep difficulties, the impact of insufficient sleep and some tips for encouraging healthy sleep behaviours.