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Your child's health and safety is our top priority. Please search our resource library for information on health, nutrition, fitness, injury prevention and other important topics.

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Sleep & Your Baby

Sleep and Your 8- to 12-Month-Old

Sleep problems are common in the second half of a baby's first year. It's best to respond to your baby's needs with the right balance of concern and consistency.

Sleep and Your Newborn

Newborn babies don’t yet have a sense of day and night. They wake often to eat – no matter what time it is.

Sleep and Your School-Aged Child

School-age kids need 9–12 hours of sleep a night. If they don't get it, they may be cranky or moody, hyper, and have behavior problems.

Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS)

SIDS is the leading cause of death among infants 1 month to 1 year old. Though SIDS remains unpredictable, you can help reduce your infant's risk.

Swaddling Your Baby

Swaddling babies properly may help them relax and sleep. Learn the right way to swaddle infants and keep them safe.