Comments on: How to create a bedtime routine that works https://imperfectfamilies.com/how-to-create-a-bedtime-routine-that-works/ Parent Coach for Imperfect Families Wed, 17 Aug 2016 08:53:22 +0000 hourly 1 By: adams https://imperfectfamilies.com/how-to-create-a-bedtime-routine-that-works/#comment-22778 Wed, 17 Aug 2016 08:53:22 +0000 http://imperfectfamilies.com/?p=1311#comment-22778 i’m having a month baby,how soon doi start this bedtime routine for her.The tips are ok i’m going to try them

]]> By: Nicole Schwarz https://imperfectfamilies.com/how-to-create-a-bedtime-routine-that-works/#comment-21015 Sun, 01 May 2016 21:49:28 +0000 http://imperfectfamilies.com/?p=1311#comment-21015 In reply to Kelly.

We don’t know what we know until we know it! In other words, you were doing the best you can and now you have a chance to make some changes! I love these ideas for a calming routine! Some people create a calming mood in the house too – turning off TV early, turning down some lights, even reading with only a small light on in the room. You can do baby massage or just give each of their muscles a little pressure as you say something like, “Let’s say good night to your feet, now let’s say good night to your leg…” Stay calm. Don’t panic if they don’t go for it right away. They will feel your tension and may react. Instead, just stay focused on creating a calm routine, even if it doesn’t go as planned for a few nights.

]]> By: Kelly https://imperfectfamilies.com/how-to-create-a-bedtime-routine-that-works/#comment-20992 Fri, 29 Apr 2016 00:20:15 +0000 http://imperfectfamilies.com/?p=1311#comment-20992 I struggle quite a bit with bedtime routines. I have a 2.5 year old and a 1 year old. My older guy starts to link the routine with bedtime and revolts against me every time, even when the routine involves a treat/reward. I haven’t needed a routine with my younger one and really should have started with him sooner because I’m having trouble getting him to sleep in his crib now! I guess it takes two kids before you realize how stupid you’ve been about sleep. I’m pregnant with number 3 and I have vowed to not be so stupid with this one! I’m going to start a routine with my boys and stick to it. Baths won’t work for us as they are both hyper after baths. I plan to have cups of milk, brush teeth, go to bedroom, read books and go to sleep. We use white noise as well. Is there any other good calming techniques I should try?

]]> By: Nicole Schwarz https://imperfectfamilies.com/how-to-create-a-bedtime-routine-that-works/#comment-20637 Thu, 17 Mar 2016 19:23:32 +0000 http://imperfectfamilies.com/?p=1311#comment-20637 In reply to Helen Sands.

Sure! Thanks for reading.

]]> By: Helen Sands https://imperfectfamilies.com/how-to-create-a-bedtime-routine-that-works/#comment-20635 Thu, 17 Mar 2016 18:24:42 +0000 http://imperfectfamilies.com/?p=1311#comment-20635 Some good tips here Nicole. Mind if I share with my clients?

]]> By: Help Your Child Manage Back to School Anxitey - Imperfect Families https://imperfectfamilies.com/how-to-create-a-bedtime-routine-that-works/#comment-13359 Sat, 27 Jun 2015 14:25:24 +0000 http://imperfectfamilies.com/?p=1311#comment-13359 […] Even though school may be weeks away, start to focus on the school routine.   Begin to implement a bedtime routine and work towards an earlier […]

]]> By: A Case Against Punishment - Imperfect Families https://imperfectfamilies.com/how-to-create-a-bedtime-routine-that-works/#comment-13354 Sat, 27 Jun 2015 03:31:02 +0000 http://imperfectfamilies.com/?p=1311#comment-13354 […] Bedtime is a struggle for many families.   In our example family, bedtime was out of control.   Their twin 5 year old girls complied with teeth brushing, pj’s and tuck-in time, but once the door was closed, the girls would start arguing.   The arguing would get louder and louder until the parents attempted to intervene. […]

]]> By: Nicole Schwarz https://imperfectfamilies.com/how-to-create-a-bedtime-routine-that-works/#comment-12890 Tue, 26 May 2015 23:33:17 +0000 http://imperfectfamilies.com/?p=1311#comment-12890 In reply to Christine.

Hi! Great question. If something is working well for you don’t change a thing! 🙂 I’m glad you have a routine that works!

Nicole

]]> By: Christine https://imperfectfamilies.com/how-to-create-a-bedtime-routine-that-works/#comment-12883 Tue, 26 May 2015 10:10:34 +0000 http://imperfectfamilies.com/?p=1311#comment-12883 Thank you for your great articles. Just a general question. We have a 4-year old who have a nice bedtime routine – nice, being that it works well for us. Just wondered the point you rose about no TV. I like to point out that we don’t watch a lot of TV in our house. Thus our bedtime starts with one episode of Dora the Explorer, this is wind down time. From there on we proceed to her bedroom where we will read a Bible story and say a prayer and then its sleep time. Should we try and cut out the ‘TV’ part? Or can we continue with this routine?

]]> By: Sinziana https://imperfectfamilies.com/how-to-create-a-bedtime-routine-that-works/#comment-12645 Mon, 20 Apr 2015 06:15:21 +0000 http://imperfectfamilies.com/?p=1311#comment-12645 Can you belive me that I had no sleeping Schedule for my baby? He was already sleeping to much lol. And now is the same….he is almost 4 years now and he sleeps when he wants. Thank you for linking at Bloggers Brags Pinterest Party!

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