30/03/2026
Sleep is one of the three key pillars in the Australian 24-Hour Movement Guidelines for children — alongside physical activity and screen time.
But it’s often one that’s not spoken about as much!
Sleep plays a huge role in how children learn, regulate, and function day to day. And when it’s off, we often see it show up in behaviour, energy, and attention.
This isn’t about perfect routines or getting it right every night. It’s about recognising that across a full 24 hours, sleep, movement and downtime all work together — and even small changes can make a difference.
But we aren’t sleep experts.. if sleep is still feeling really challenging and you feel like you’ve tried it all, it can be helpful to speak with:
• your GP
• a paediatrician
• a child & family health nurse
