End Bedtime Fights With This One Simple Change
Bedtime taking 2 hours and ending in tears (yours and theirs)?
I used to dread 7pm. Now bedtime feels peaceful.
Here’s what changed everything:
Start winding down 30 minutes before bedtime.
What this looks like:
- Lower the lights in the whole house
- Switch to whisper voices
- No screens or exciting activities
Your new pre-bedtime phrase:
“Sleep time is coming. Let’s make everything calm.”
Why this works:
You give their nervous system time to shift gears. No sudden stops.
Try this week:
Put on pajamas right after dinner.
Read books on the couch, not in bed.
Let them choose tomorrow’s outfit. This gives them control.
Remember: Rushed bedtimes create chaos. Slow and steady wins.
Source: Johns Hopkins recommends creating calm environments before bedtime routines
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