- Maintaining a consistent bedtime routine helps children fall asleep more easily, even with busy or unpredictable family schedules.
- Creating a calm, quiet, and dark sleep environment supports the body’s natural signals for sleep.
- Limiting screen time and bright light exposure in the hours before bedtime is critical, as light can disrupt the brain’s sleep cues.
- Encouraging quiet pre-bed activities—such as reading, music, or relaxation exercises—can help calm the nervous system.
- Keeping bedtimes and wake times consistent, including on weekends, improves sleep quality and makes weekday routines easier.
Want Better Sleep for Your Kids?
Consistent routines, reduced screen exposure, and calm bedtime habits help children develop healthier sleep patterns and sleep more soundly.
Geraldine Rubin, MD, Pediatrics
