Blackout curtains are perhaps the most impactful environmental change you can make to improve your sleep, or your child’s. In fact, your sleep quality may be unnecessarily suffering if you’re sleeping without them–unless you’re sleeping in an actual cave.

There are so many options, including blackout curtains, shades, blinds, and even temporary travel blackout shades. To save your precious time, I’ve compiled a short list of my favorite options at various price points.

Adequate sleep is essential for everyone, and it is especially critical for school-aged children. A good night's sleep helps kids grow physically, mentally, and emotionally. Unfortunately, many kids today don't get enough shut-eye, leading to problems at school and home. This could be a result of early school start times, sporting practices, music lessons, emotional issues, or simply too much screen time. So, how much sleep should my child get?