With the arrival of fall, the days have already started getting shorter, and before we know it, the dreaded time change in early November will be messing with all of our sleep schedules. For many families, especially those with young children, Daylight Savings Time (DST) is a challenging adjustment. While the purpose of DST is to make use of extra daylight to conserve energy, no one seemed at all concerned about kids’ sleep needs when they brought it into practice! However, if you follow my Top 3 Time Change Tips, you and your family will make it through well rested.

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Ahhh naps - A chance to reset, recharge, and get some quality, restorative rest – but not just for you, for your child too! Sleep is so important for your child's developing brain and growing body, which is why I suggest taking your time when dropping naps. This can be a tough transition for parents and children, especially if it's done too soon. So let’s go over some signs your child is ready (or getting ready) to drop his/her nap, and how to go about doing it.