It’s time to sleep! I repeat, it’s time to sleep! I understand you’re reluctant, but it’s necessary. Please return your shoes and socks to their proper place. Both shoes. All the socks. They certainly aren’t mine!
Now, go brush your teeth. Leave your sibling alone. And don’t forget the toothpaste! Stop bothering your sibling. Brush your teeth! You’re finished? Really? Nice attempt, but you’ve got “sweater teeth.” Try again. Yes, that’s much better.
Clean up the bathroom, please. Whose underwear is on the floor? Flush the toilet, please. Ugh, wipe up that toothpaste glob in the sink. For goodness’ sake, flush the toilet! Say goodnight to Mom. Hugs and kisses, please. Turn off the TV. That’s enough hugs and kisses for now. Into bed, please.
Stop poking your sibling. Yes, I will tuck you in. Get into bed. You’ve already said goodnight to your sibling. Yes, you have. A hug is sufficient. You can kiss them in the morning. Alright, I’ll hug you again. The hug is over now. Let go. I love you too. That’s enough hugs. No more kisses. I’m finished. Goodnight!
You already have water in your room. It is not old. No, it isn’t! Fine, but hurry up, and no ice! No, no more hugs and kisses. Take your water and settle into bed. What? I have no idea what we’ll have for dinner tomorrow. Go back to bed. I don’t know how they manage traffic lights to keep things moving. You already have water, too. IT IS NOT OLD! GO TO BED!
No, I won’t hug you again. I love you too. You, again? Fine, hurry, remember to flush, then back to bed. Goodnight. That’s not possible. It’s impossible to have a bad dream in two minutes. No, it’s not. Trust me on this. Turn on your closet light. I won’t re-tuck you again. I’m sorry that makes you sad. Bring it up during Family Day at therapy. Goodnight. Love you too…
Good morning! Rise and shine! It’s time to get up for school! Time to get moving! Get dressed. I’ll see you downstairs in ten minutes. You’re too tired to rise? Perhaps you should have gone to bed earlier. Make that eight minutes.
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Conclusion
In summary, transitioning children into bedtime can be a challenging yet necessary routine. Establishing clear guidelines, being patient, and maintaining a loving approach can ease the process. Remember, consistency is key in fostering healthy sleep habits for your little ones.