Add Earlier Bedtime to Back-to-School List

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The AASM offers the following tips for ensuring children and teens get a good night's sleep:

• Follow a consistent bedtime routine.
• Establish a relaxing setting at bedtime.
• Avoid foods or drinks that contain caffeine, as well as any medicine that has a stimulant, before bedtime.
• Don't stay up late to do homework or "cram" for a test/exam.
• Don't go to bed hungry, but don't eat a big meal before bedtime.
• Avoid any rigorous exercise within six hours of bedtime.
• Make the bedroom quiet, dark and a little bit cool. Do not have computers or televisions in a bedroom.
• Get up at the same time every morning.

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The Nemours Foundation has more about children and sleep.

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