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It’s a frequent question for parents: Is my baby, child, or teen getting enough sleep? Parents tend to worry regardless of their child’s age, and for good reason — many kids aren’t getting the sleep they need.

About this Episode

In this episode, host Dr. Jennifer Arnold is joined by Dr. Judith Owens of Boston Children's Sleep Center. Together they delve into the critical importance of sleep for children and share advice for families. 

Sleep is important. It impacts cognitive function, mood, memory, and many other things. Do what you can to help your child get the rest they need; consistency is the key to success. And if your child is experiencing a sleep issue, take them to see a sleep doctor with a sleep lab experienced in studying children.

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Sleep Studies

A sleep study is a test that can help diagnose certain types of sleep problems, such as obstructive sleep apnea, central sleep apnea, sleep hypoventilation, narcolepsy, and sleep-related seizures.

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