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The Peaceful Parenting Podcast

Bedtime Best Practices: Episode 86a

Aug 7, 2024
Navigating bedtime can be a challenge, but there are effective strategies to make it smoother. Discover tips for creating calming bedtime routines and managing separation anxiety. Learn how to transform the bedroom into a comforting space and engage kids with playful techniques for nightly tasks. The importance of nurturing emotional bonds during bedtime is highlighted, along with the idea of offering a designated time to chat before sleep. With a focus on self-compassion, this discussion tackles parenting's nighttime hurdles with practical advice.
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Quick takeaways

  • Fostering a positive mindset during bedtime routines enables parents to view struggles as temporary phases in their child's development.
  • Understanding a child's sleep needs and avoiding overtiredness is crucial for a smoother bedtime routine and helps reduce resistance to sleep.

Deep dives

The Importance of Mindset in Bedtime Routines

Fostering a positive mindset is essential during bedtime routines. It helps parents remember that bedtime struggles are temporary phases, as children naturally develop independence over time. For example, a parent reflected on a moment when their child no longer called for a bedtime tuck-in, highlighting that parents might not always recognize these transitions are happening. Keeping in mind that challenges at bedtime can stem from a child's need for connection can shift the parent's perspective and reduce frustration.

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