Here are some parenting hacks to help develop a smooth morning routine for your child:
1. Before night sleep routine- A child should follow a consistent sleep routine that helps have a deep and relaxing sleep. For example, having early dinner, hot water bath, washing hands and feet with hot water, and listening to instrumental music or nighttime stories.
2. Set a consistent wake-up time: A regular wake-up time should be established. Stick to it on weekends also. This helps regulate your child's biological clock.
3. Plan ahead: School preparation activities like ironing clothes, polishing shoes, and keeping school utilities in a bag should be done the night before.
4. Do preparations of the meal before night- Ask your child, what he would like to prefer in breakfast and lunch box, and involve the child in prep activities. So in the morning, he does not show much fuss.
5. Create a visual schedule: Use a chart, checklist, or pictures to guide your child through the morning steps like brushing teeth, bathing, wearing school uniform, having breakfast, and wearing shoes.
6. Use a timer or alarm: As children spend a lot of time in the bathroom, will run here and there to wearing uniforms and keep food in their cheek pockets, so a timer or alarm clock can help, that they need to speed up the process,
7. Incorporate fun elements: it’s the start of the day, everyone wants to have this adrenaline rush, so incorporate a lot of fun and play.
8. Praise and reward: To make the morning behavior strong, you need to reinforce them with some emotional reinforcement like hugs, kisses, and praises and some materialistic reinforcement like stickers, token economy or favorite breakfast.
9. Involve your child: Allow your child to participate in planning the routine, such as choosing their outfit or helping prepare their breakfast.
10. Maintain a calm environment: Avoid rushing or yelling, as this can increase stress and make the morning more chaotic. Speak in a patient, positive tone.
11. Adjust as needed: Be flexible and willing to modify the routine as your child's needs or preferences change over time.
Remember, consistency and patience are key when establishing a successful morning routine with your child.
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