Sleep & Bedtime Resources

Healthy sleep is essential for a child's growth

It is also essential for learning, behaviour and emotional wellbeing. But sleep challenges are also one of the most common concerns parents face. Whether your child is finding it difficult to settle, waking frequently during the night or resisting bedtime, establishing positive sleep habits can make a significant difference for both children and families. The resources below provide practical, evidence-based advice to help you understand normal sleep patterns, develop consistent bedtime routines and support healthy sleep at different stages of childhood.

Better Sleep Tips – Raising Children Network
https://raisingchildren.net.au/toddlers/sleep/better-sleep-settling/sleep-better-tips

This practical guide from the Raising Children Network offers simple, evidence-based strategies to help children develop healthy sleep habits. It explains the importance of consistent bedtime routines, creating a calm sleep environment and encouraging independent settling, while providing realistic advice that parents can adapt to suit their family's needs.

Bedtime Problems – The Royal Children's Hospital Melbourne
https://www.rch.org.au/kidsinfo/fact_sheets/Bedtime_problems/

This fact sheet from The Royal Children's Hospital Melbourne explains common bedtime challenges, including bedtime resistance, difficulty settling and frequent requests after lights out. It provides practical strategies for establishing healthy sleep routines, setting appropriate boundaries and managing bedtime behaviours with consistency and reassurance.