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20 Examples of a 2 Year Old Sleep Schedule

Mar 11, 2023

Need a 2 year old sleep schedule to combat sleep regression? These daily schedules can help you reset your toddler's sleep once and for all! Once my toddler hit 2 years old, I had no idea how I ever managed to put him down for a nap three, four, and sometimes five times a day in the past. With only one nap to contend with in the toddler stage, our schedule got a lot less complicated and freed up our time much more. That said, I know all too well when a 2 year old sleep schedule goes out of whack, both for naps and the bedtime routine. Rather than sleeping right away in his crib, he … [Read more...]

What to Include in a Daily Schedule for 6 Year Old Kids

Little Kids

Mar 06, 2023

Need to create a daily schedule for a 6 year old at home? Learn what to include in your morning and after school routine for a smooth day! For one reason or another, you know that you need some sort of structure for your 6 year old. Maybe all she wants to do is play video games or watch television, scorning any chores or responsibilities you remind her to do. Perhaps she has trouble getting ready in the morning—she still needs your help putting on a shirt and needs multiple reminders to get her shoes on. And even though she's now in school for most of the day, that still doesn't make … [Read more...]

How to Create a Daily Schedule for a 5 Year Old

Little Kids

Feb 20, 2023

What should you include in a daily schedule for a 5 year old? Check out these activities to do at home or out and about, morning or evening! Even five years later, parents can still use a daily schedule to keep life humming along. Maybe you had a routine when your child was younger, but have let things slide these days. He's getting bored easily, and bedtime has pretty much gone out the window. He's even been having some behavioral issues. You want to restructure your days and stick to a schedule to see if doing so can help. After all, keeping the family fed, cleaned, and entertained can … [Read more...]

Need a Toddler Schedule? 15 Examples That Can Make Life Easier

Routines and Schedules

Feb 18, 2023

Looking for a daily toddler schedule? Whether you're a stay-at-home mom or a working mom, these sample daily schedules can make life easier. The toddler schedule. This is often the first place we look to when the kids are throwing us off. Your child may be refusing naps or taking a long time to fall asleep. Her behavior since the new baby arrived hasn't improved but has grown worse. She could also be starting preschool in a few months, prompting you to start her on a toddler schedule before then. Maybe you've been struggling to find things to do now that she's a toddler. Or you might … [Read more...]

How to Establish a Baby Nighttime Routine

Bedtime

Feb 17, 2023

Need examples of a baby nighttime routine to do every night? Learn how to establish a consistent evening routine to help your newborn sleep. We've all heard we should have a baby bedtime routine, but how exactly do you start? When and at what age is it appropriate to follow a routine, and how long should each one be? With so much to take in as a parent, it's no wonder we're not even sure we're doing things right, including establishing a sleep schedule. When I took my eldest home from the hospital, I felt like I was always scrambling from one activity to the next. Other times, I … [Read more...]

How to Rock a Morning Routine for Toddlers

Routines and Schedules

Jan 15, 2023

Want to have a smooth morning routine? Learn how to rock a morning routine for toddlers and finally have a stress-free start to the day! You'd think one hour would be enough, but according to my toddler, no amount of time would make our mornings at home any less hectic. I'd try to get all three kids out the door on time before school, and I figured one hour would be enough to do that. Except every morning seemed to have some degree of drama. A tantrum would erupt out of nowhere, or I'd hear myself giving empty threats ("If you don't get your shoes on right now, you're not going to … [Read more...]

Examples of a Daily Routine for a 2 Year Old

Routines and Schedules

Dec 16, 2022

A daily routine for a 2 year old is a great way to manage your day. Schedule activities, naps, and bed time using these examples and ideas! These days, your "routine" could feel anything but. Maybe you're working from home now, juggling laundry during naptime and playing between work meetings. Perhaps life has you barely keeping up, making you feel like you could be doing more learning activities with her. The pressure to be a better mom, while admirable, can also leave you feeling clueless about how to make the best use of your time. Or you want to have a better structure to your … [Read more...]

Examples of a 15 Month Old Sleep Schedule

Routines and Schedules

Oct 31, 2022

Check out these examples of a 15 month old sleep schedule! Includes one or two naps, plus signs your child is ready to transition to one nap. Nothing makes you reconsider your toddler's old nap schedule more than the sleep problems that seem to have come out of nowhere. Maybe you noticed that she's been getting up every three hours at night or fighting a nap all week. She takes forever to settle down for bed, despite showing signs of tiredness. New developmental milestones interrupt her sleep, from separation anxiety to teething. She may have started refusing either the morning or … [Read more...]

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