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Can I Give Melatonin To Help My Kid Sleep?
There isn’t a week that goes by that I don’t field a question about whether or not to use Melatonin in kids. In case you haven’t heard, Melatonin is a hormone secreted by the brain that helps regulate sleep. It can be purchased over the counter and comes in a variety of forms (pills, gummies, liquids, etc.). It’s claim is to aid in sleep. So, it is easy to see why tired parents are calling to see if it’s a viable option for their kids who have sleep problems.
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