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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Lifestyle
Jane Kirby

DARK SECRETS: Scientists warn stopping toddlers naps could be dangerous - The Real Truth

Toddlers drop naps when their brains are ready rather than at a certain age, experts have said, as they urged parents to let their children sleep.

Napping is already known to play a key role in brain development and storing memories, but when and why naps are dropped has been puzzling researchers.

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