Putting your child to bed at their bedtime can be a nightmare. I know of some parents, who have had to implement outrageous tactics to get their kids to bed.
The problem here is that kids quickly learn that they have the upper hand, so you must stop these now. Try some of these methods which have been proven to be very effective at getting kids to bed.
Rule one is start as you mean to go on. Getting your kid into a routine as early as possible will mean that they are used to it. Kids need structure and if you stick to your routine they will be a lot more amenable.
The key is to make sure that by the time bedtime comes they have done everything so there is no reason for them to stay up any later. Make sure that they have brushed their teeth, had a bath etc and are ready to go to bed bang on time. Should they resist, stay firm and show them their protests will get them nowhere.
Even older children need a set bedtime or you are asking for trouble, you need to not give the many viable excuses. If they have any assignments or homework, make sure that they are done early and are out of the way.
It’s amazing how many kids suddenly remember a vital piece of homework at bedtime. By making them do these earlier you are giving them nothing to make excuses about, so bedtime means bedtime.
Your kid shouldn’t really have a TV in their room, but if they have, take away the remote controls or gamer controls when they go to bed so they won’t switch them on the minute you close the door. Kids are very sneaky, so you have to show them who’s boss.
Stay calm and disciplined while doing these and you will succeed. It my not happen overnight but be patient and you will get there in the end.
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