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Night Waking and Walking in Toddlers: How to Manage and Improve Sleep

For many parents, the toddler years are a delightful mix of milestones and challenges. However, one common concern is night waking or night walking. These nighttime disruptions can leave both toddlers and their parents feeling...

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Night Waking and Walking in Toddlers: How to Manage and Improve Sleep

Night Waking and Walking in Toddlers: How to Manage and Improve Sleep

For many parents, the toddler years are a delightful mix of milestones and challenges. However, one common concern is night waking or night walking. These nighttime disruptions can leave both...

Night Waking and Walking in Toddlers: How to Manage and Improve Sleep

01/15/2025

For many parents, the toddler years are a delightful mix of milestones and challenges. However, one common concern is night waking or night walking. These nighttime disruptions can leave both toddlers and their parents feeling fatigued and frazzled. Understanding why these behaviors occur and how to manage them is key to...

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Growing Healthy Sleepers: Thriving Through Change at Age 3 (Part 2)

Growing Healthy Sleepers: Thriving Through Change at Age 3 (Part 2)

The age of three is a period of incredible growth and change. Children at this stage are becoming more independent, exploring their world with curiosity, and developing preferences and routines...

Growing Healthy Sleepers: Thriving Through Change at Age 3 (Part 2)

01/06/2025

The age of three is a period of incredible growth and change. Children at this stage are becoming more independent, exploring their world with curiosity, and developing preferences and routines that can sometimes challenge bedtime harmony. Helping your child thrive through this transition involves a combination of smart sleep strategies, proper...

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Growing Healthy Sleepers: Sleep Health for Two-Year-Olds (Pt 1)

Growing Healthy Sleepers: Sleep Health for Two-Year-Olds (Pt 1)

Welcome to Part 1 of our series, Growing Healthy Sleepers: Wellness Tips for Ages 2-5.  At 5 Little Monkeys, we’re dedicated to helping families prioritize sleep health, starting with the youngest...

Growing Healthy Sleepers: Sleep Health for Two-Year-Olds (Pt 1)

12/18/2024

Welcome to Part 1 of our series, Growing Healthy Sleepers: Wellness Tips for Ages 2-5.  At 5 Little Monkeys, we’re dedicated to helping families prioritize sleep health, starting with the youngest members of the household. In this post, we’ll explore everything you need to know about two-year-old sleep patterns and share tips...

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Helping Kids Sleep Better in December: Tips for a Restful Holiday Season

Helping Kids Sleep Better in December: Tips for a Restful Holiday Season

December is a magical month filled with holiday excitement, festive activities, and family traditions. However, the season’s busy schedule and excitement can disrupt children’s sleep routines. Good sleep is essential...

Helping Kids Sleep Better in December: Tips for a Restful Holiday Season

12/04/2024

December is a magical month filled with holiday excitement, festive activities, and family traditions. However, the season’s busy schedule and excitement can disrupt children’s sleep routines. Good sleep is essential for kids’ physical health, emotional well-being, and ability to fully enjoy the holiday season. Here are some tips to help your...

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How Your Sleep Habits Affect Your Child's Sleep

How Your Sleep Habits Affect Your Child's Sleep

At 5 Little Monkeys, our mission is to help kids everywhere experience the power of truly restful, healthy sleep. And besides offering one of the world's best mattresses for kids, we...

How Your Sleep Habits Affect Your Child's Sleep

11/13/2024

At 5 Little Monkeys, our mission is to help kids everywhere experience the power of truly restful, healthy sleep. And besides offering one of the world's best mattresses for kids, we strive to make that happen by being a comprehensive resource for parents on all things in the world of kid's sleep....

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Helping Children Adjust to the Fall Time Change: A Parent’s Guide

Helping Children Adjust to the Fall Time Change: A Parent’s Guide

As the clocks roll back and daylight diminishes, many parents dread the inevitable disruptions the fall time change brings to their children’s sleep schedules. The end of daylight saving time...

Helping Children Adjust to the Fall Time Change: A Parent’s Guide

10/29/2024

As the clocks roll back and daylight diminishes, many parents dread the inevitable disruptions the fall time change brings to their children’s sleep schedules. The end of daylight saving time is usually during the first week of November and can throw off your child’s internal clock, leading to cranky mornings and...

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Why Children Need Low-Fill Pillows for Better Sleep and Alignment

Why Children Need Low-Fill Pillows for Better Sleep and Alignment

When it comes to finding the perfect pillow for your toddler, generally pillows with less fill compared to adults help ensure proper alignment. The amount of fill in a pillow...

Why Children Need Low-Fill Pillows for Better Sleep and Alignment

10/03/2024

When it comes to finding the perfect pillow for your toddler, generally pillows with less fill compared to adults help ensure proper alignment. The amount of fill in a pillow affects its height (loft) and firmness, both of which influence how well the pillow supports the head, neck, and spine.Here are...

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Three Fun Fall Projects for Kids This Autumn

Three Fun Fall Projects for Kids This Autumn

As the crisp air of autumn arrives, it’s the perfect time to engage in fun activities with your kids that celebrate the season. From colorful leaves to harvest festivals, fall...

Three Fun Fall Projects for Kids This Autumn

09/23/2024

As the crisp air of autumn arrives, it’s the perfect time to engage in fun activities with your kids that celebrate the season. From colorful leaves to harvest festivals, fall offers a plethora of inspiration for creative projects. Here are three delightful activities that you and your children can enjoy together...

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The Importance of Choosing a CertiPUR-US® and Greenguard Gold Certified Mattress for Kids

The Importance of Choosing a CertiPUR-US® and Greenguard Gold Certified Mattress for Kids

As parents, ensuring our children’s safety and well-being is a top priority, and one area that often gets overlooked is the quality of their sleep environment. A good night's sleep...

The Importance of Choosing a CertiPUR-US® and Greenguard Gold Certified Mattress for Kids

09/16/2024

As parents, ensuring our children’s safety and well-being is a top priority, and one area that often gets overlooked is the quality of their sleep environment. A good night's sleep is crucial for a child's development, influencing everything from physical health to cognitive growth. While many factors can affect sleep quality,...

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