Why is Nap Time Important?

Are you ready to give up on nap time for your toddler? They are good at wearing us down with tears and tantrums. Sleep is a big part of a child's good health. For toddlers to get enough of it, most need some daytime sleep. The process in my award winning children’s book has worked for 3 generations in my family…mostly because it’s a fun way to get little ones to nap! Try it…you will love it! 

Naps:

• Provide much-needed downtime that aids the important physical and mental development that happens in early childhood.
• Help keep kids from becoming overtired, which can affect their moods and make it harder for them to fall asleep at night.
• Give parents a break during the day and time to tackle household chores or just unwind.

Toddlers (1 to 3 years): Toddlers need 12–14 hours of sleep, including an afternoon nap of 1–3 hours.

Young toddlers might still be taking two naps, but naps should not be too close to bedtime, as they may make it harder for toddlers to fall asleep at night.

Preschoolers (3 to 5 years): Preschoolers average about 11–12 hours at night, plus an afternoon nap. Most give up this nap by 5 years of age.