Having a good bed time routine is so important. When the day ends in chaos, no one is likely to rest well. The thing is…not every routine will work for every family. You have to figure out what works for you. Once you’ve determined the best game plan for your family, though, organize it and stick with it (as much as is realistically possible, of course). Kids thrive on routine and will quickly learn what comes next on the night’s schedule. When everyone knows what to expect, the day can end peacefully instead of in tears and screaming (hopefully).

I found a great article at Organize Our Family that’s full of wonderful suggestions for organizing your own bed time routine.

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