It has been our experience that daylight savings time can be a challenging transition for our young students. The time change can really affect a child’s attention span, appetite, and overall mood.
There are several things you can do now to help:
- Gradually set bedtime a little earlier each night (15 min a night works well)
- Gradually wake them up a little earlier each morning (15 min a morning also)
- Dim lights and turn off electronics 30-60 minutes before bedtime
- In the morning, give them light (turn on lights, open blinds, enjoy breakfast outside, go for a sunrise walk)
- Stick with a bedtime routine (warm bath, read a book together, lights out)
- Be patient (Understand that time change can change their overall mood; they can be grumpy, easily frustrated, and challenging)
- Take care of yourself, get plenty of sleep. If you are tired, you will be sluggish, irritable, and cranky too.
