The September edition focuses on healthy sleep and provides practical information and advice for families to support their child's health and wellbeing. Topics include:

• Safe sleep guidance for babies and young children.
• Creating effective bedtime routines for school-aged children.
• Supporting teenagers to develop positive sleep habits and overcome barriers to quality rest.
• Advice for children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) to help build healthy routines and maintain good sleep hygiene.

We know that sleep plays a vital role in children's physical health, emotional wellbeing, learning and development. This newsletter aims to provide families with simple strategies that can be used at home to encourage healthy sleep habits.