Pediatric Sleep Medicine

If your child is having difficulty getting a good night’s rest, turn to the sleep experts at the UMass Memorial Medical Center – Children’s Medical Center.

Pediatric Sleep Specialists in Central Massachusetts and Beyond

We deliver exceptional care for children with sleep disorders. Our team includes one of the region’s few board-certified pediatric sleep medicine specialists. This advanced expertise enables us to detect and manage complex disorders, so your child can get more sleep.

Childhood Sleep Disorders We Treat

Pediatric Sleep Medicine Services

Experts at the Children’s Medical Center have an established track record of helping children achieve better sleep, even in cases of rare or complex conditions. We develop a care plan reflecting the latest research in pediatric sleep medicine and tailor it to your child’s needs.

You can count on our pediatric sleep specialists for: 

Comprehensive Evaluations

We start by discussing the sleep issues your child is experiencing. Pediatric sleep specialists ask about your child’s overall health and sleeping patterns. We also screen for mental health concerns, such as anxiety. This information helps us determine the services that are right for your child.

Sleep Study Interpretations

A sleep study may be necessary to confirm or rule out certain issues, such as leg movement disorders. This specialized test monitors sleep patterns, breathing, heart rate and other functions while your child sleeps. It involves an overnight stay at a nearby facility. Our pediatric sleep specialist interprets the results and explains what they mean for your child.

Behavior and Sleep Environment Modifications

Many children start sleeping better after simple changes to their daily routine and sleeping environment. We may recommend establishing a consistent sleep schedule and limiting screen time before bed. Maintaining a cool bedroom temperature and calm atmosphere before and during your child’s sleep time may also help.

Sleep Medications

Medications may be appropriate when sleep disorders are due to an underlying medical condition, such as autism. We also consider medication if your child’s symptoms are severe or they have disorders, such as narcolepsy. Sleep specialists prescribe drugs that are safe for children and carefully monitor their response.

Why Choose Us for Sleep Disorder Care?

Expertise

A fellowship-trained pediatric sleep specialist guides your child’s care. This level of expertise ensures an accurate diagnosis and treatments that meet the unique needs of babies, children and adolescents. It also leads to focused care that’s more likely to be successful — even in children with rare and severe sleep conditions.

Family-Focused Support

We provide practical advice and support that help your child get the most out of treatment. Pediatric sleep specialists often counsel families on issues, such as resistance to sleeping or how to adjust bedtime. If you have questions between appointments, our team is available to help. Simply call our office or send an electronic message through MyChart.

Collaboration

Pediatric sleep medicine specialists work with other Children’s Medical Center providers to ensure a seamless experience. We share information about your child’s diagnosis and treatment with specialists they may be seeing for complex medical conditions. If the sleep disorder is due to a mental health issue, we coordinate access to mental health providers.

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