When one baby takes a 90-minute snooze and the other pops up after 40, nap time can feel like a game of whack-a-mole. These ...

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 ...

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 ...

Don't underestimate the power of a good nap! As adults we know the benefits of taking a mid-afternoon nap so for babies and toddlers, a daytime nap is essential for healthy growth and development. A ...

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 ...