It's probably one of the things parents talk about most, sleep - or lack of it. And while most mums and dads would probably admit they're not getting enough, it's not always easy to work out whether your children are getting enough of it either.
Whether it's a bout of sickness, the school holidays, or the excitement of Christmas, it doesn't take much before usual routines are out of the window.
And while there's no big harm in letting things slip now and again, it can affect the whole household if kids aren't sleeping well. READ MORE: Families are loving mum's easy idea for saving £780 a year READ MORE: Alton Towers makes 'difficult decision' to close attraction after 21 years Try MEN Premium now with our amazing New Year offer...
just click here to give it a go. So how much sleep do children need and how does it change as they get older? A simple guide to see exactly how much shut-eye your child should be getting for their age was put together by MedicineNet in 2021 and is now being shared by parents once again.
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