A guide to sleep: for babies, children and adultsSleep is an indispensable attribute of human activity. The more research that is done about sleeping the more important a role it seems to play in mental and physical wellbeing. Yet problems with sleep are extremely common; from newborn babies to the elderly, problems with getting to sleep and having peaceful, quality rest manifest themselves frequently. How to deal with these issues and ensure that you and your children and family enjoy productive and restful sleep is what this book is about. From techniques in managing the sleep of babies to cures for insomnia – and all the dos and don’ts of sleep culture, there is a mine of information here for parents, children, everyone in fact. Don’t lose sleep over losing sleep. Find out how you can best get a good night’s rest and sleep in peace. |
Contents
Newborn baby sleep advice | 5 |
What We Mean When We Talk About Sleep Training 17 Your Babys Sleep | 20 |
Everything You Need To Know | 38 |
Information for Parents and Educators 64 Poor Sleep Affects Childrens Thoughts and Emotions 73 Poor Sleep Is Linked to Common Illnesses in Tee... | 76 |
Want a Good Nights Sleep? Then Never | 97 |
Insomnia Poor Sleep | 121 |
Sleeping Tablets | 137 |
Renew Sleep and Stress | 150 |
Psychological Effect of Sleep Deprivation | 163 |
ways to make your bedroom more sleepfriendly 168 PILLOWS Happy Sleeping | 172 |
Stages of Sleep | 180 |
Sleep Problems in the Elderly | 190 |
Lack of Deep Sleep in Old Age Can Contribute | 205 |
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