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Sleep and your child

Bedwetting in children

Bedwetting is common in young children and often gets better on its own. Find out when to see your doctor and how to help your child with bedwetting.

Good sleep habits for infants and children

Getting a good night's sleep is important for a child's development. Help your child form healthy sleeping patterns sleep longer and wake less often.

Nightmares and night terrors in children

Find out more about nightmares and night terrors in young children, what you can do to settle your child back to sleep and when to seek further help.

Sleep problems in children

Common sleep disorders in children include sleepwalking, insomnia, night terrors and teeth grinding. Learn about managing these disorders.

Sleepwalking in children

Sleepwalking can be a fairly common sleep problem in young children. Find out more about what causes sleepwalking, and what you can do to manage it.

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