A familiar bedtime routine can help mark the change from a busy day to rest. In the video below, Kendra introduces the role of a predictable evening sequence.
Try a few familiar wind-down steps
Choose calm activities that fit your child, such as pajamas, toothbrushing when appropriate, a book, and a goodnight phrase. Keep the routine flexible around feeding, comfort, and health needs. For infants, finish with a suitable safe sleep space.
Understanding your child’s sleep needs
Our typical daily routine has changed, but bedtime routine doesn’t have to. The bedtime routine can help our children feel safe and secure so they know exactly what to expect around sleep.