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More than one third of parents report that their children aged 1 to 6 years have sleep problems. That’s a lot of kids and adults who don’t sleep well!

What if we talked about it, about fatigue and sleep deprivation among parents? What if we really talked about it?

What if we turned the tables and accepted that the child’s and parent’s sleep are two sides of the same coin?

This section contains scientific information on parental sleep (Your Vital Need) as well as tips, tools and resources to (re)take control of fatigue.

Don’t hesitate to ask us questions about research advances made with families. We want to make science accessible so that it can help you sleep better.

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Tips and tools

Naître et Grandir infographic

Here is a downloadable (pdf) fact sheet from Naître et Grandir that summarizes how to promote better sleep in children in a nutshell.  Download a print-friendly version : How can
  • Evelyne Touchette, Ph. D., professor researcher, expert in sleep
  • 29 September 2023
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Basics of sleep, Help

When to consult?

Many parents are concerned about their child’s sleep and want to know when to seek professional help. Who needs to sleep? My child? Me? Both? Who needs sleep? There are
  • Marie-Hélène Pennestri, PhD and Catherine Lord, PhD
  • 12 February 2023
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Tips and tools

Pictograms, a tip for the pre-sleep routine

Here are 7 printable pictograms to help make your pre-bedtime routine be fun and predictable. Studies show that routines: promotes falling asleep reduces bedtime resistance helps consolidate sleep – reduces
  • Evelyne Touchette, Ph.D
  • 28 October 2022
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Your vital need

Who needs to sleep?

Why do so many of us downplay the impact of sleep deprivation, whether it’s related to the arrival of a child or other life changes? Why do we find it
  • Evelyne Touchette, Ph.D (avec Olivier Bernard, B.Pharm, M.Sc and Catherine Lord, Ph.D in video)
  • 12 May 2022
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Your vital need

Parental Management of sleep debt in 4 steps

When you’re at the end of your rope because of sleep deprivation caused by your child’s sleep-wake rhythm and learning to sleep independently, it’s good to take a step back
  • Evelyne Touchette, Ph.D et Catherine Lord, Ph.D
  • 12 May 2022

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Naître et Grandir infographic

29 September 2023

Here is a downloadable (pdf) fact sheet from Naître et Grandir that summarizes how to promote better sleep in children in a nutshell.  Download a print-friendly version : How can

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Naître et Grandir: How sleep affects development and behaviour

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This fact sheet from Naître et Grandir presents the realities of sleep for babies aged 0 to 12 months, divided into age groups.  They discuss sleep needs, the evolution of

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