Is bedtime at your house more like a battle of wills than a peaceful transition to dreamland? You're not alone, and Bedtime Story Co. is here to change the game. As the sun dips below the horizon, your energetic child might be bouncing around like a pinball. But fear not—we have put together a bedtime routine that's as calming as it is enriching. Are you ready to craft the perfect bedtime routine for your child?
Channel Your Child's Energy with Sofa Climbing
Let's be honest energy isn't your enemy, it's a resource that we can guide into positive channels. Turn your living room into a cushioned playground for your child's "Last Hurrah" of the day. This burst of physical activity will tire them out, making them more receptive to the calming steps that follow.
Ready to make your living room a fun zone? Check out our recommendations that make for perfect obstacles:
KiddyMoon Foam Playground For Kids Obstacle Course For Children Montessori Toy For Babies Soft Construction Blocks Element
This unique soft play set will effectively stimulate children's imagination and influence creative thinking. A set of soft elements, can be used for ordinary play, exercise or building various structures.
Velinda Soft Foam Furniture Set: Chair+Sofa+Coach for Kids, Children, Comfy, Relax, Play.
A great little soft play set which doubles as furniture for your little one's.
Soft Play Sofa Couch, Soft Play for Kids, Soft Play Equipment, Soft Play for Home, Kids Couch
The play couch sofa great imaginative fun. A practical and multifunctional piece of furniture that can be used as a mattress, a piece of furniture for sleeping and for sitting.
Calm the Mind with Bedtime Colouring Pages
The whirlwind of sofa climbing is fun, but now it's time to transition into a more serene atmosphere. That's where our Bedtime Story Co. colouring pages come in. Available both on Amazon and as freebies when you subscribe to our newsletter, these pages are designed to capture your child's imagination without overstimulating them. Your little can also colour along with our YouTube video here.
"My daughter absolutely loves colouring the iconic mouse character. It's as if she's entering a world of her own!" – Emma, satisfied mom
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The Grand Finale with Bedtime Story Co
By now, your little one should be snug in their pyjamas, their eyes no longer sparkling with frenetic energy but shimmering with a tranquil glow. This is the perfect moment for our pièce de résistance, depending your preference you can choose either a Bedtime Story Co. YouTube video, relaxing interactive story on the app or a book.
Tailored for all children, including those with special needs, our content has been designed to lull your child into a peaceful state, preparing them for a night of restorative sleep.
Interactive bedtime story app can be found here, perfect to help little one's learn, interact and wind-down before bed:
Paperback book can found on Amazon here:
The Offline Experience: Audiobooks and eBooks
We get it - sometimes you want to unplug from the world. That's why our stories are also available in audiobook and eBook formats. So whether you're traveling or simply prefer a screen-free bedtime, we've got you covered. Add these audiobook mp3's to your Creative Tonie or a preferred mobile or tablet device, and listen to your little one's favourite story whenever they need it.
"The offline options are a lifesaver for our camping trips!" – John, adventurous dad
Drifting into Dreamland after the Crafting the Perfect Bedtime Routine
And there it is—the culmination of a meticulously crafted bedtime routine. Your child's eyes grow heavy, their breath deepens, and they drift off into a restful sleep. You've not only closed the day but also opened a world of peaceful nights and vibrant mornings.
The Takeaway
The magic lies in the transition - from physical exertion to mental relaxation, from playful engagement to peaceful disengagement. With Bedtime Story Co., you have all the tools you need to make this journey as smooth as possible and craft the perfect bedtime routine for your family.
If you would like to learn how to transform bedtime struggles into a magical experience, we have developed an online course so you can Master the Art of Your Perfect Routine on Teachable.
This online course comes with a free downloadable copy of our Sleep Tracking Journal to improve naptime and bedtimes for babies and toddlers.