As summer winds down, families across the U.S. and Canada are preparing for the back-to-school rush. While shopping for supplies and adjusting to new schedules, there’s one key routine that often gets overlooked—sleep. Whether your child is just starting school, navigating high school, or heading off to college, sleep is a critical factor in academic and emotional success.
Let’s explore smart sleep strategies to help every age group start the school year refreshed, focused, and ready to thrive.
👧 Sleep Tips for Children (Ages 5–12)
Children need 9–12 hours of sleep per night, yet many don’t get enough. The shift from relaxed summer evenings to early wake-ups can be jarring. Start by gradually adjusting bedtime and wake-up time in 15-minute increments the week before school starts. A predictable wind-down routine is key—dim the lights, read a book, and power down electronics at least 30–60 minutes before lights-out.
Also, make sure their mattress is age-appropriate, supportive, and comfortable. Restonic’s Marvelous Middle® technology offers extra lumbar support to keep growing bodies aligned through the night.
👦 Sleep Tips for Teens (Ages 13–18)
Teenagers naturally have a delayed sleep cycle—they tend to stay up later and sleep in later. However, most teens need 8–10 hours of rest and struggle to meet that during the school year. Encourage them to establish a set routine during the week and weekend to help their internal clock adjust. Limiting caffeine and screen use in the evening can also make a big difference.
Sleep is critical for hormone regulation, emotional stability, and memory consolidation—all of which teens need during their demanding school years.
🎓 Sleep Tips for College Students
College life is notorious for irregular sleep schedules, all-nighters, and general sleep deprivation. But quality rest is just as important as hitting the books. College students should aim for 7–9 hours of sleep nightly, ideally with a regular sleep-wake cycle. This promotes cognitive function, energy levels, and emotional well-being.
A comfortable sleep space is essential. If they’re living in a dorm, adding a mattress topper or upgrading to a better-quality mattress can vastly improve sleep quality. Restonic’s TempaGel® gel-infused memory foam is ideal for students who need pressure-point relief and temperature regulation.
Rest Is Part of the Curriculum
Regardless of age, a structured sleep routine lays the foundation for success—at school and in life. At Restonic, we believe in the power of restorative sleep and its role in physical, emotional, and mental well-being. That’s why our award-winning mattresses are designed with families in mind.
🛏️ Invest in sleep that supports every step of the journey—from the first day of kindergarten to final college exams.
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