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6 signs your child needs a daily nap

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8 years ago

September 14, 2016

Napping is an important element of your child’s healthy mental and physical growth. A daily nap refreshes a child so that she can maintain her energy, focus, and ability to learn for the rest of the day.

Some studies even show that children who nap every day are more flexible and adaptable, have longer attention spans and are less fussy than those who don’t nap.

Here are some of the signs that your child needs a daily nap:

1. Wakes up in a good mood, but gets whiny and cranky as the day progresses

2. Has more patience early in the day, but is easily aggravated later on

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3. Cries more easily in the afternoon and evening than earlier in the day

4. Has an afternoon or early evening slump, but gets a second wind afterwards

5. Yawns, rubs eyes, or fusses while getting ready for bed

6. Often falls asleep in the car or when watching a movie

How much naptime does your child need?

Children differ in their sleep needs, some needing more or less than shown here but what follows is a general guide that applies to most of them.

Even if your child’s sleep hours add up to the right amount, his or her behaviour tells you more than any chart possibly could.

When in doubt – always try for a nap, since even a period of quiet time can help a child feel more refreshed.

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