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Why an earlier bedtime makes the start of school easier

Name: Why an earlier bedtime makes the start of school easier
Uploaded: 2024-09-01T16:07:04+00:00
Duration: 57 s
Channel: Camilla McGill
Description: In this short parenting video, the presenter outlines the fifth strategy for helping children adjust to school: moving bedtime earlier. She explains that…

1 Sept 2024 · 1 min

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In this short parenting video, the presenter outlines the fifth strategy for helping children adjust to school: moving bedtime earlier. She explains that children’s brains are overloaded immediately after school, making it hard for them to discuss their day, but by bedtime they are more reflective and open. She recommends using the extra time before sleep for a focused conversation, offering a specific prompt—"Is there anything you want to tell me that you haven't told me yet today?"—to encourage children to share fears and experiences. The video concludes with a call‑to‑action directing viewers to a free guide, "10 Ways to Help Your Child Settle Into School," available at myparentingsolutions.com.

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So finally, the fifth way to help kids adapt to school: bedtime. I recommend that you bring bedtime forward much earlier than we might have thought was possible. The evidence is that when kids are wired at bedtime, it often means that we've missed the sleep window, leaving some time for connection with us. When we ask, 'How was school?' or 'What did you do?' they typically say nothing. This is because straight after school their brain is in overload. But closer to bedtime, things start to rise to the surface. So allow time to chat. One great question to ask: is there anything that you want to tell me that you haven't told me yet today? Really good to get their brain thinking and good to get them to open up about their fears. The good news is you can grab my free guide, 10 Ways to Help Your Child Settle Into School. Go to myparentingsolutions.com. School, and that gives you all that we've covered and more.