The problem with routines and schedules is that we tend to give up too soon. But when you see schedules not as a behavioral tool, but as a way of life, your kids will thrive. Use these tips, and get inspiration from this sample schedule.
, shows that even infants and preschoolers are healthier and exhibit better-regulated behavior when there are predictable routines in the family.
Effective routines take commitment and consistency, with all family adults presenting a united front. Routines should be established when children are young and applied consistently as they grow — but it’s never too late to start. Above all, don’t give up. Here are suggestions and some sample routines to help get you started. Of course, you’ll want to amend them to suit the age and maturity of your child, the specific behaviors you are working on, and your family’s personality and needs. As you develop your routines, remember that success takes time — sometimes months and years. But the benefits will last a lifetime.is to get everyone ready and out the door on time.
Responsibility and family cohesion are encouraged by such simple acts as children setting the table and cleaning up afterwards.Your goal at bedtime is to help your child wind down and get to sleep at a usual time. Research shows that children with regular bedtime routines get to sleep sooner and awaken less often during the night than those without them. Many children with ADHD fight bedtime because, quite simply, going to bed is boring to them.
There’s no question that establishing family routines takes a great deal of time and effort. You may ask yourself, “Can we afford the time and the energy to do all of this?” A better question might be, “Can we afford not to?”
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