Over My Dad Body

As the laziness of summer gives way to a bustling school routine, the biggest hurdle for parents is to physically get their child out of bed. While the chaos of early mornings can be pretty appalling, I have a few ingenious strategies to rouse your little one and turn mornings into something you and your child will look forward to.

From eating well to a wardrobe update, my savvy tips will help your kids spring out of bed, ready to conquer the day.

Shift Sleep Schedule

We’ve all been there, negotiating with our kids about bedtime.

Your most effective weapon? Gradually adjust their sleep schedule in the weeks leading up to school and watch how a simple bedtime-routine transition can smoothly nudge them into a relaxing and early-morning-friendly rhythm.

Unplug

Have you ever wondered why your child still struggles to fall asleep despite snuggling in bed early? It may sound odd, but there really is science behind device-induced sleep disturbance.

Implement a gadget-free bedtime to help your kid slip into dreamland faster.

Create a Morning Master Plan

“Get ready” might sound like a hazy concept to kids. Turn rushed mornings into a smoother ride by working with your child to craft a more friendly morning routine.

Learn how defining responsibilities and tasks empowers them to effectively manage their time and reduce the morning frenzy at home.

Embark on a Back-to-School Shopping Spree

Remember the excitement of fresh school supplies and updated outfits? Harness the thrill by introducing new items on the first day of school, turning an early morning wake-up struggle into an electrifying adventure.

Morning Fuel

Make breakfast time a delightful motivator for your early riser. Discover how allowing your child to pick which easy-to-eat breakfast option they can have will transform hectic mornings into a delicious and pleasant experience.

Apart from that, you are assured that your little one is properly refueled for a productive day ahead.

Let Them Learn the Consequences

Much like with any other task, hiccups are bound to happen. However, they offer valuable opportunities to learn. Now is the best time to understand the concept of allowing natural consequences to step in when your kids oversleep.

While it may result in frequent tardiness or your kid scrambling around the house just to catch the school bus, these moments of self-discovery teach them life lessons that spur growth.

Rising and shining with your kids can be a daily battle. As parents, we try our best to be role models, but it is your little one who will take responsibility for missing their wake-up calls. By following these simple strategies, you may be setting the stage for smoother mornings and well-fed, well-dressed children.