Foods to Avoid for Better Sleep
For many kids with special needs, a close look at the diet is important for a better nigh’s rest. The gut and brain are very closely connected. If something is in the digestive system that shouldn’t be there, it’s going to cause ripple effects (learn more here). But, diet is often not even considered when […]
Guest Speaker: Martin Rawls-Meehan
(from left to right: My husband, Spencer Doman, Martin Rawls-Meehan, and me) A week ago, I had the pleasure of seeing Martin Rawls-Meehan speak at IAHP’s annual conference about the importance of sleep for children. Martin is the CEO at Reverie, a sleep technology company based in Detroit. They sell customized mattresses for a better […]
8 Foods that can Help Your Child (and you) Sleep Better
The foods we eat can impact our energy levels, health, and the quality of our sleep, too. If your child with special needs has difficulty sleeping at night, add some of these foods: Almonds: This healthy nut is a great source of magnesium, a nutrient that is important for good quality sleep. Lettuce: This healthy, […]
5 Things that are Hurting Your Child’s Sleep that You’re Not Aware Of
It can often be hard to pin-point what is keeping a child with special needs from falling asleep, and sleeping well through the night. For parents who are children are chronically sleep deprived, here are five “sleep enemies” that might be keeping your little one up at night: Electronic devices Televisions, tablet devices and smart […]
5 Tips to a Smoother Bedtime for ALL Ages
When it comes to sleep training kids, there are so many recommendations out there that it can be hard to know where to start. And, these recommendations can change based on a child’s age, health, milestones reached, etc. However, there are some basic recommendations that can help any child fall asleep easier. These recommendations can […]
