Discover why jumping straight into new schedules fails—and the simple 10-15 minute gradual adjustment technique that creates lasting bedtime routines for the whole family.
School is well underway for most of us. This transition back to school is not always the easiest.
Young people have had the opportunity to stay up late, have free evenings, and spend time doing all the things they have wanted to do.
Shifting the routine from going to bed at 11pm to 9pm is not always the easiest.
Summer Bedtime
11 PM
School Bedtime
9 PM
If you are like most people you just jump in and make the change.
Like most people that does not last and is very unsuccessful.
Establishing a nighttime routine with children as young as 1½ all the way to 99 is helpful, especially in getting back into the swing of school.
Ages 1.5 to 99
This will look very different depending on the age of your child and yourself.
Routines create comfort
Comfort allows us to relax
Shifting your schedule back to your normal routine may take time and should be gradual.
Start by moving up getting ready for bed by 10 to 15 minutes
Being in bed by the same time or just a bit sooner
Changing one thing at a time will make the adjustment easier
10 to 15 Minutes at a Time
Give it a try and see what happens.
Gradual 10-15 minute adjustments + consistent routines = successful back-to-school transitions for the whole family
We're here to help with all your family's transitions and challenges
Most people fail transitioning back to school because they jump straight from 11pm summer bedtimes to 9pm school schedules—this doesn't last and is very unsuccessful. The solution: establish nighttime routines for ages 1.5 to 99 using gradual 10-15 minute increments, changing one thing at a time. Routines create comfort, comfort creates relaxation. Within a couple weeks, you'll have a healthy routine ensuring good sleep and readiness for morning chaos.