Imagine going to bed every night without a comfortable mattress to rest your head on. Unfortunately, this is a reality for many children. Let's work together to ensure that every child has a cozy mattress to sleep on and a good night's rest improving their brain development.

Kids aged 6-12 need 9-12 hours of sleep at night.
Teens aged 13-18 need 8-10 hours of sleep at night.

6 in 10 Middle Schoolers and 7 in 10 High schoolers don't get enough sleep.

Sleep is Critical to Prevent:

• Type 2 Diabetes
• Obesity
• Poor Mental Health
• Injuries
• Attention or Behavior Problems

Tips for Good Sleep

Set bed and wake-up times at the same time each day, including weekends.

Keep the bedroom quiet and a comfortable temperature.

Remove electronic devices from the bedroom.

Avoid large meals and caffeine before bedtime.

Make sure kids are active during the day so they can fall asleep at night.

Model good sleep behaviors for kids.

Have a bedtime routine like taking a warm bath, brushing teeth, and reading a bedtime story.
Turn the lights out at bedtime.