Nap time. It's the golden hour in the afternoon when kids get a reset and parents take a break. We know that sleep is important for young children, but scientists are finding the benefits of a nap may ...

Parents of young children are accustomed to putting their babies and toddlers down for naps, but when should you stop these afternoon naps?Scientists at the University of Maryland want to know why and ...

A new study led by the University of Colorado Boulder could be a wake-up call for parents of toddlers: Daytime naps for your kids may be more important than you think. The study shows toddlers between ...

Putting your child down doesn’t have to be a mystery or a battle of wills. By Craig Canapari, M.D. Having a child who won’t nap is frustrating during the best of times. But being locked in a house ...

*Refers to the latest 2 years of stltoday.com stories. Cancel anytime. There are many mysteries parents discover once children come into their lives. Scientists, doctors and grandmas have spent ...

*Refers to the latest 2 years of stltoday.com stories. Cancel anytime. After lunch, many moms and dads dim the lights, lower the shades and lay down their children for an afternoon nap. It's a welcome ...

I've been taking my kids to Disney World for over a decade, and I help friends plan their trips. The biggest tip I have is to return to their hotel each afternoon for a dip in the pool and a nap.

Her son will fall asleep in the car for just a couple of minutes on the way home from preschool, and he thinks that's his nap. But if you stick to a few simple strategies as your children grow, you're ...