How Do You Get Into A Back To School Sleep Schedule?
Students who get the recommended 9 to 10 hours of sleep per night consistently do better in school than those who don’t. Getting kids back on a regular sleep schedule well before the first day of the new school year will give them a head start to a positive school experience. Set a timeline for getting back into a regular sleep routine. Your goal should be to have your child back on her regular sleep routine 1 to two 2 prior to going back to school. Talk to your family about going to bed at a more regular time. Don’t just spring it on your kids suddenly. Giving a few days warning will make for a smoother transition. Move bedtime up by 15-minute increments each night until you get back to your school schedule. Make kids turn off computers and electronic games at least 1 hour before going to bed. This gives their brains a chance to slow down before trying to go to sleep. Check to see that all music and other electronic equipment is off before kids go to sleep. Create a quiet, dark and ca
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