Parents of toddlers are constantly told that sleep is sacred, but real life does not exactly schedule itself around a 1 p.m.

Kimmy Middleton, a daycare teacher in Georgia, has strong feelings about nap time. A daycare teacher says her nap time rule doesn’t please all parents. “Sometimes a parent will say, ‘I don’t want you ...

It’s an hour or two after lunch, and you’re fading fast. You’d love nothing more than to snuggle under the covers and take a long, deep sleep, but you’ve got to be awake, alert and on fire for a 4 p.m ...

With busy days and often too short nights, naps, long seen as a "child's little pleasure", play an essential role in our daily well-being. Don't panic, naps won't disrupt your nighttime sleep, ...

Ever wake up from a nap feeling extra groggy? Naps can be beneficial for your mental and physical health — but there are a few things you need to know. NPR's Life Kit has tips for the optimal nap. Nap ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Michelle Stansbury is a San Diego-based travel and parenting writer. Aug 02, 2025, 01:27pm EDT Aug 02, 2025, 01:35pm EDT Around 40 ...

Getting enough sleep is easier said than done — that's where napping comes in handy. Whether you're looking to catch up on rest after a sleepless night or relax in the afternoon, napping is an ...

A former boss once assigned me to the only office on our floor with a column right down the middle. She apologized, but I quickly sensed my advantage. Positioning my desk behind this eyesore, I could ...