Kids need lots of sleep

Kids need lots of sleep to learn, grow and behave well.

Bedtime routines help kids get good sleep – dinner, bath, teeth, bed, story and sleep.

Water is best before bed.

Getting ready for bed

Give bedtime stories and hugs.

Kids need peace and comfort to sleep.

Put noisy ones out. Keep volume down.

Safe sleep for babies

Keep baby safe. Put baby to sleep in their own space. No drink or drugs if you sleep near baby.

No smoking around babies any time.

Put baby to sleep on their back, head uncovered. Use firm, safe bedding.

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