Good routines

Don’t let your kids wonder

Babies, toddlers and even older kids love routine, they like to know what is going to happen next. Follow this advice for a nice evening –

1. When you pick them up from school set their expectations for the evening including what’s for dinner, bath, activity, etc.
2. Try to have the same routine every night. Right before bed, have a special book, song or TV show that helps wind them down.
3. When you put your child in crib/bed have a special saying that you do every night. (i.e. good night, sweet dreams)

When away – Try your best to keep bedtime and much of the routine as possible. Try not to co-sleep with your child. This will create problems when you arrive home. If in a hotel room, ask to get cribs, pull-out couches or rollaway beds when possible.

Advertisement