[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":650},["ShallowReactive",2],{"post-cloth-nappies-newborns-tots-bots":3,"related-cloth-nappies-newborns-tots-bots":140},{"id":4,"title":5,"author":6,"body":7,"category":126,"cover":57,"date":128,"description":13,"excerpt":129,"extension":130,"featured_image":129,"legacy_id":131,"meta":132,"meta_description":133,"meta_title":5,"navigation":134,"path":135,"seo":136,"sponsored":134,"status":137,"stem":138,"subtitle":19,"__hash__":139},"posts/cloth-nappies-newborns-tots-bots.md","Cloth nappies and newborns ft. Tots Bots and Baba + Boo","Lisa Collette",{"type":8,"value":9,"toc":121},"minimark",[10,14,22,27,30,44,50,53,59,62,65,71,74,77,83,95,98,101,116],[11,12,13],"p",{},"Whilst I was pregnant with Harriet I knew I wanted to introduce the use of cloth nappies. Unpacking all of Taylors old cloth and bringing it out ready for use had me excited!",[11,15,16,21],{},[17,18],"img",{"alt":19,"src":20},"","/images/2019/01/tots_bots_newborn_04.jpg","Just think, all those nappies we saved from landfill with our first baby. And now we would use the exact same ones for our second. With no extra cost involved, amazing!",[23,24,26],"h3",{"id":25},"using-one-cloth-nappy-a-day-stops-900single-usee-nappies-going-to-landfill","Using one cloth nappy a day stops 900single-usee nappies going to landfill.",[11,28,29],{},"Of course, I knew she would have to wait a few months before we could begin. As the BTP (Birth to Potty) nappies would be too big, to begin with. Weighing in at 5lb5oz I wasn’t wrong.",[11,31,32,33,38,39,43],{},"Arriving home from the hospital with our tiny bundle. I was excited to find both ",[34,35,37],"a",{"href":36},"/giving-cloth-a-go-totsbots-cloth-nappies","TotsBots"," and ",[34,40,42],{"href":41},"/preparing-to-use-cloth-nappies-with-baba-boo","Baba + Boo"," had sent our tiny girl a bundle of their Teeny Fit and Newborn nappies. Specifically for newborns, we were now able to go cloth from the get go!",[11,45,46,49],{},[17,47],{"alt":19,"src":48},"/images/2019/01/baba_and_boo_newborn.jpg","I was apprehensive about trying cloth with a newborn. Taylor was around 8 months old when we first started our cloth journey. We’d only ever done ‘part-time’ cloth with him. So this was new to us!",[11,51,52],{},"What I hadn’t realised is how easy it would be. Newborn poo, especially the breastfed variety, isn’t solid. There isn’t really any ‘solid’ to dispose of before washing. Making them easy to work with.",[11,54,55,58],{},[17,56],{"alt":19,"src":57},"/images/2019/01/tots_bots_newborn_01.jpg","The teeny fit nappies fit Harriet well and the prints, of course, they’re gorgeous!",[11,60,61],{},"In her first few weeks, we’d used disposables thinking it was more convenient. What we hadn’t anticipated was what would occur in the following weeks. A rash so sore she had what resembled burns in her nappy area. Would this have happened if we’d used cloth from day 1? Unlikely.",[11,63,64],{},"Cloth nappies aren’t just great for the environment, they’re better for sensitive baby skin.",[11,66,67,70],{},[17,68],{"alt":19,"src":69},"/images/2019/01/tots_bots_teeny.jpg","### Did you know, the manufacture of one month’s worth of disposables for one child uses 6100 litres water? So if you thought you’d be wasting water with all of that washing, think again.",[11,72,73],{},"A well known disposable nappy brand is made in our nearest city. And to think so much water goes into making them. My 2 wash loads a week is nothing in comparison.",[11,75,76],{},"We’re not perfect though, I do use disposables at night. I don’t have enough nighttime cloth nappies for wearing and washing. But if every parent used just 1 cloth nappy a day, that’s 1 less going to landfill, and that matters.",[11,78,79,82],{},[17,80],{"alt":19,"src":81},"/images/2019/01/tots_bots_newborn_05.jpg","Totsbots now have a ‘mini kit’ consisting of 2 nappies and liners as an introduction to cloth. They say “One for the bum and one for the wash, a nappy a day keeps the landfill away. Our reusable nappy mini kit is the perfect bundle to get you started using cloth. It doesn’t take a lot to make a big difference.” And I couldn’t agree more.",[11,84,85,88,91,92],{},[17,86],{"alt":19,"src":87},"/images/2019/01/baba_and_boo_newborn_02-copy.jpg",[89,90],"br",{},"\nAlthough my favourite part about cloth isn’t just an environmental impact. It’s the look and feel. First of all, the prints are gorgeous. If you know a cloth bum mum, you’ll know that collecting prints can be addictive. We need them all! And the soft fabric against those little bottoms, when compared to the chemical-filled alternative? It’s a no brainer. We never struggle with any nappy rash when using cloth. ",[17,93],{"alt":19,"src":94},"/images/2019/01/tots_bots_teenyfit.jpg",[11,96,97],{},"I found using cloth with a newborn easier than it was with a toddler. Our Teeny Fit nappies from Tots Bots fit Harriet until she was around 9 months old. They’re recommended for up to 12lb as a guide. And our Baba + Boo Newborn nappies, which are recommended for up to 18lb/6 months as a guide, went on to a whopping 11 months! I loved them. 💕",[11,99,100],{},"We’re now using our BTP (Birth to Potty) nappies and loving our cloth journey! We’re about to embark on using cloth wipes from Tots Bots Cheeky Wipes too, then maybe we’ll look at using cloth in the night too. 😳",[11,102,103,104,38,110,115],{},"Have you tried cloth nappies? If you have any questions pop them below, or head to ",[34,105,109],{"href":106,"rel":107},"https://www.babaandboo.com",[108],"nofollow","www.babaandboo.com",[34,111,114],{"href":112,"rel":113},"https://www.totsbots.com/",[108],"www.totsbots.com"," to begin your cloth journey!",[11,117,118],{},[17,119],{"alt":19,"src":120},"/images/2019/01/baba_and_boo_newborn_03.jpg",{"title":19,"searchDepth":122,"depth":122,"links":123},2,[124],{"id":25,"depth":125,"text":26},3,[127],"parenting","2019-01-31T16:09:00Z",null,"md","11204",{},"Cloth nappies for newborns review featuring Tots Bots Teeny Fit and Baba + Boo. Better for sensitive skin, the environment and easier than you think.",true,"/cloth-nappies-newborns-tots-bots",{"title":5,"description":13},"published","cloth-nappies-newborns-tots-bots","kvW1iHCySquFx-2gSKC-bwsyvVYs45TWOQHiaaMpQwY",[141,408,540],{"id":142,"title":143,"author":6,"body":144,"category":397,"cover":398,"date":399,"description":148,"excerpt":129,"extension":130,"featured_image":398,"legacy_id":129,"meta":400,"meta_description":401,"meta_title":402,"navigation":134,"path":403,"seo":404,"sponsored":405,"status":137,"stem":406,"subtitle":19,"__hash__":407},"posts/let-ai-decide-whats-for-dinner-tonight.md","Let AI decide what's for dinner tonight: a busy parent's lifesaver",{"type":8,"value":145,"toc":386},[146,149,152,157,160,164,167,171,177,180,183,196,200,203,206,253,256,260,263,302,306,309,312,326,330,333,336,339,342,346,366,370,378,381],[11,147,148],{},"It's 5pm. The kids are hungry, you're tired, and you're staring into the fridge hoping dinner will magically assemble itself. Sound familiar? I've been there more times than I'd like to admit, and honestly, \"dinner decision fatigue\" might just be the most underrated stressor of parenting.",[11,150,151],{},"The good news? You can now outsource that mental load to AI. Tools like ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, and Copilot can look at a photo of your fridge and tell you exactly what to cook. No meal planning, no recipe scrolling, no 6pm panic. Here's how to do it in under five minutes.",[153,154,156],"h2",{"id":155},"why-this-actually-works","Why this actually works",[11,158,159],{},"Modern AI chatbots can \"see\" images. That means you don't have to type out a list of every sad carrot and half-used jar of pesto lurking in your fridge. You snap a photo, upload it, and let the AI do the reading. Then it suggests a meal built around what you already own, which saves money, cuts waste, and means no emergency trip to the shop.",[153,161,163],{"id":162},"step-1-pick-your-ai-tool","Step 1: Pick your AI tool",[11,165,166],{},"Any of the major free chatbots will work. ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, and Microsoft Copilot all accept image uploads on their free tiers. Download the app on your phone, or open it in your browser, whichever is easier when you've got a toddler clinging to your leg.",[153,168,170],{"id":169},"step-2-take-a-good-photo-or-two","Step 2: Take a good photo (or two)",[11,172,173],{},[17,174],{"alt":175,"src":176},"Taking a photo of the fridge contents to share with an AI chatbot","/images/2026/04/taking_picture_for_ai_dinner.png",[11,178,179],{},"Open the fridge, pull out any drawers where things are hiding, and take a clear, well-lit photo. If your fridge is stuffed, take a couple of pictures from different angles so nothing important gets missed. Do the same for your pantry or cupboard if you want the AI to factor in pasta, tinned tomatoes, rice, and so on. Don't forget the freezer if there's something in there worth using up.",[11,181,182],{},"A few quick photo tips:",[184,185,186,190,193],"ul",{},[187,188,189],"li",{},"Good lighting matters. Turn the kitchen light on.",[187,191,192],{},"Move things around so labels are visible where possible.",[187,194,195],{},"If something is in an opaque container, mention it in your message (e.g. \"there's also leftover roast chicken in the blue tub\").",[153,197,199],{"id":198},"step-3-write-a-prompt-that-actually-tells-the-ai-about-your-family","Step 3: Write a prompt that actually tells the AI about your family",[11,201,202],{},"This is where the magic happens, and it's the step most people skip. The AI is only as helpful as the information you give it. Don't just say \"what should I make?\". Tell it about the humans you're feeding.",[11,204,205],{},"Here's a template you can copy and adapt:",[207,208,209,212,215,250],"blockquote",{},[11,210,211],{},"Here's a photo of what's in my fridge and pantry. Please suggest a dinner I can make tonight using mostly what you can see.",[11,213,214],{},"A few things to know:",[184,216,217,228,234,237,240,247],{},[187,218,219,220,224,225],{},"I'm cooking for ",[221,222,223],"span",{},"number"," people: ",[221,226,227],{},"list them, e.g. 2 adults, a 7-year-old, and a 3-year-old",[187,229,230,233],{},[221,231,232],{},"Child's name"," doesn't like chicken, so if you suggest chicken please give me a quick alternative for them",[187,235,236],{},"Nobody in the house will eat mushrooms or olives",[187,238,239],{},"My youngest prefers plain food, nothing too spicy",[187,241,242,243,246],{},"I've got about ",[221,244,245],{},"30/45/60"," minutes and I'm knackered, so nothing too fiddly",[187,248,249],{},"We try to include a veg where we can",[11,251,252],{},"Please give me one main suggestion, plus a plan B in case I'm missing something you couldn't see in the photo.",[11,254,255],{},"That's it. The more specific you are about likes, dislikes, allergies, and time, the better the suggestion will be.",[153,257,259],{"id":258},"step-4-add-the-details-that-change-everything","Step 4: Add the details that change everything",[11,261,262],{},"Little bits of context make a huge difference to the quality of what the AI gives you back. Think about mentioning:",[184,264,265,272,278,284,290,296],{},[187,266,267,271],{},[268,269,270],"strong",{},"Fussy eaters."," \"My 5-year-old doesn't like chicken but everyone else does\" means the AI can suggest a meal where his portion gets swapped for something simple like fish fingers or a cheese toastie, while the rest of you eat the same dish.",[187,273,274,277],{},[268,275,276],{},"Vegetables specifically."," Kids are notoriously particular. \"She'll eat carrots and peas but not peppers or courgette\" is genuinely useful information.",[187,279,280,283],{},[268,281,282],{},"Allergies and intolerances."," Always flag these clearly at the top of your message. Don't rely on the AI to remember from a previous chat.",[187,285,286,289],{},[268,287,288],{},"Your energy levels."," Seriously, tell it you're tired. AI will happily suggest a one-pan traybake instead of a three-component meal if you ask for \"low effort.\"",[187,291,292,295],{},[268,293,294],{},"Equipment."," If you want to use the air fryer or slow cooker, say so.",[187,297,298,301],{},[268,299,300],{},"What you're trying to use up."," \"The spinach needs using today\" will push the AI to build the meal around it.",[153,303,305],{"id":304},"step-5-chat-back-and-forth","Step 5: Chat back and forth",[11,307,308],{},"You don't have to accept the first suggestion. Treat it like a conversation with a friend who happens to be a chef. If the AI suggests pasta bake and you had pasta last night, just say \"we had pasta yesterday, give me something else.\" If it suggests a curry and you're missing coconut milk, say so, and it'll pivot.",[11,310,311],{},"Some useful follow-ups:",[184,313,314,317,320,323],{},[187,315,316],{},"\"Can you give me the recipe with exact quantities for four?\"",[187,318,319],{},"\"Make it 20 minutes faster.\"",[187,321,322],{},"\"What can I swap the chicken for, for my daughter?\"",[187,324,325],{},"\"What's a quick pudding I could do with what's left?\"",[153,327,329],{"id":328},"a-real-example","A real example",[11,331,332],{},"Let's say your fridge photo shows: half a pack of mince, a red pepper, a bag of salad, some cheddar, a tub of Greek yoghurt, a lemon, and a few sad spring onions. Your pantry has rice, tinned tomatoes, and taco seasoning.",[11,334,335],{},"You tell the AI: two adults, two kids (6 and 4), the 4-year-old won't eat peppers, 30 minutes max, nothing spicy for the little one.",[11,337,338],{},"Back comes: easy beef tacos with rice on the side. Cook the mince with the tinned tomatoes and taco seasoning, keep a plain portion aside for the 4-year-old before adding the spice, chop the pepper into the adults' portions only, shred the lettuce from the salad bag, grate the cheese, dollop of yoghurt instead of sour cream, squeeze of lemon.",[11,340,341],{},"Dinner sorted. You haven't thought about it once.",[153,343,345],{"id":344},"a-few-honest-caveats","A few honest caveats",[184,347,348,354,360],{},[187,349,350,353],{},[268,351,352],{},"Always sense-check the recipe."," AI occasionally gets cooking times or temperatures slightly off. If something sounds wrong, trust your instincts.",[187,355,356,359],{},[268,357,358],{},"Double-check allergens."," Never rely on AI alone if someone in your house has a serious allergy. Read ingredient labels yourself.",[187,361,362,365],{},[268,363,364],{},"It won't always spot hidden things."," If half your fridge is in Tupperware, the AI can't see inside. Tell it what's in there.",[153,367,369],{"id":368},"the-real-win","The real win",[11,371,372,373,377],{},"The point of this isn't really the recipe. It's that you don't have to ",[374,375,376],"em",{},"decide",". For busy parents, the hardest part of dinner isn't the cooking, it's the thinking. Letting AI take that mental load, even a few nights a week, frees up a surprising amount of brain space for the stuff that actually matters.",[11,379,380],{},"Give it a go tonight. Snap the fridge, tell it about your lot, and see what it comes up with. Worst case, you ignore the suggestion. Best case? Dinner is handled, and you didn't have to think about it once.",[11,382,383],{},[374,384,385],{},"If you try this, I'd love to hear how you got on, so let me know over on the leeleeloves.co.uk socials.",{"title":19,"searchDepth":122,"depth":122,"links":387},[388,389,390,391,392,393,394,395,396],{"id":155,"depth":122,"text":156},{"id":162,"depth":122,"text":163},{"id":169,"depth":122,"text":170},{"id":198,"depth":122,"text":199},{"id":258,"depth":122,"text":259},{"id":304,"depth":122,"text":305},{"id":328,"depth":122,"text":329},{"id":344,"depth":122,"text":345},{"id":368,"depth":122,"text":369},[127],"/images/2026/04/cooking_dinner_ai_happy.png","2026-04-27T14:30:00Z",{},"A quick, honest guide for busy parents on using ChatGPT, Claude or Gemini to plan dinner from a photo of your fridge, in under five minutes.","Let AI decide what's for dinner tonight | LeeLee Loves","/let-ai-decide-whats-for-dinner-tonight",{"title":143,"description":148},false,"let-ai-decide-whats-for-dinner-tonight","zqluxL50H06jKAgkE-0RoxFbWNWClmtr92YzgAhVO4g",{"id":409,"title":410,"author":6,"body":411,"category":530,"cover":424,"date":531,"description":415,"excerpt":129,"extension":130,"featured_image":532,"legacy_id":129,"meta":533,"meta_description":534,"meta_title":535,"navigation":134,"path":536,"seo":537,"sponsored":405,"status":137,"stem":538,"subtitle":129,"__hash__":539},"posts/getting-back-to-routine-easing-children-into-the-new-term-after-the-christmas-holidays.md","Getting Back to Routine: Easing Children Into the New Term After the Christmas Holidays",{"type":8,"value":412,"toc":521},[413,416,419,425,429,432,435,439,442,445,449,452,455,461,465,468,471,475,478,481,485,488,491,495,498,501,504],[11,414,415],{},"The festive period is wonderful, but let's be honest – getting back into the swing of school routines after Christmas can be tough for the whole family. Late nights, lazy mornings, and days filled with excitement suddenly give way to early alarms, packed lunches, and homework. The shock of those cold, dark January mornings is real for both children and parents alike.",[11,417,418],{},"As a mum of three, I know firsthand how challenging this transition can be. Here are some practical ways to ease your children back into routine now that the holidays are over and we're facing those early wake-ups and dark evenings again.",[11,420,421],{},[17,422],{"alt":423,"src":424},"bedtime routine","/winter_bedtime_routine.png",[153,426,428],{"id":427},"start-the-wind-down-early","Start the Wind-Down Early",[11,430,431],{},"If you can, begin adjusting bedtimes a few days before school starts. Move bedtime forward by 15-20 minutes each night so the first day back isn't such a shock to their system. The same goes for wake-up times – resist the urge to let them sleep in right up until the last day of the holidays.",[11,433,434],{},"During the holidays, screen time rules often go out the window, and that's fine for a special break. But as you approach the new term, start reintroducing boundaries around devices, particularly in the hour before bed. The blue light from screens can interfere with sleep, making those early mornings even harder.",[153,436,438],{"id":437},"get-organised-the-night-before","Get Organised the Night Before",[11,440,441],{},"Those frantic morning searches for school shoes or PE kits add unnecessary stress when you're already fighting against the clock. Make life easier by getting everything ready the night before: uniforms laid out, bags packed, and lunch boxes prepared where possible.",[11,443,444],{},"I find it helpful to create a simple checklist with the children so they can take ownership of getting themselves organised. Even younger children can tick off items like \"reading book in bag\" or \"water bottle filled\" which builds their independence and takes some pressure off you.",[153,446,448],{"id":447},"reintroduce-structure-gradually","Reintroduce Structure Gradually",[11,450,451],{},"Children thrive on routine, but jumping straight from the relaxed holiday schedule to rigid school-day structure can feel jarring. In the last few days of the holidays, start reintroducing elements of your normal routine: regular meal times, quiet reading time, or even just sitting down together for breakfast rather than grazing throughout the morning.",[11,453,454],{},"This doesn't mean you can't still enjoy some quality family time – just add a bit more structure around it so the complete freedom of the holidays doesn't end abruptly on the first day of term.",[11,456,457],{},[17,458],{"alt":459,"src":460},"baking_after_school","/back_to_school_routine.png",[153,462,464],{"id":463},"embrace-the-cosiness-of-dark-evenings","Embrace the Cosiness of Dark Evenings",[11,466,467],{},"Rather than fighting against those dark January evenings, lean into them. Make after-school time cosy and comforting with warm lighting, hot chocolate, and perhaps some quiet activities like reading, drawing, or board games. Creating a warm, welcoming atmosphere at home helps children decompress after their day and makes the dark evenings feel less gloomy.",[11,469,470],{},"Consider introducing \"cosy time\" as part of your evening routine – half an hour where everyone winds down together with a book or gentle activity before moving into the homework and bedtime routine.",[153,472,474],{"id":473},"keep-some-holiday-magic-alive","Keep Some Holiday Magic Alive",[11,476,477],{},"Just because Christmas is over doesn't mean all the fun has to stop. Keep some of that holiday joy going by planning things to look forward to: a special weekend activity, a movie night, or even just making Saturday morning pancakes a regular treat. Having something to anticipate helps children stay positive about the routine.",[11,479,480],{},"You could also look ahead to half-term or plan some winter walks and family days out. Here in the North West, we're lucky to have plenty of beautiful places to explore even in winter, and getting outdoors at weekends helps everyone stay energised.",[153,482,484],{"id":483},"be-patient-and-understanding","Be Patient and Understanding",[11,486,487],{},"Remember that you're all adjusting. Some children bounce back into routine quickly, while others take a bit longer. There might be tears, tantrums, or tiredness in those first few days, and that's completely normal. Don't expect perfection from yourself or your children.",[11,489,490],{},"Keep communication open – ask your children how they're feeling about going back, what they're looking forward to, and what they're worried about. Sometimes just acknowledging that the transition is hard can help everyone feel better about it.",[153,492,494],{"id":493},"look-after-yourself-too","Look After Yourself Too",[11,496,497],{},"Finally, don't forget that this adjustment period is tough on parents as well. Those early mornings are hard for us too, especially when we've also enjoyed the slower pace of the holidays. Make sure you're getting enough rest, and don't be too hard on yourself if everything doesn't run perfectly smoothly straight away.",[11,499,500],{},"Before you know it, you'll all be back in the swing of things, and the routine will start to feel normal again. Until then, take it day by day, support each other through the adjustment, and remember – we're all in this together.",[502,503],"hr",{},[11,505,506,520],{},[374,507,508,509,514,515,520],{},"How are you finding the back-to-school transition? I'd love to hear your tips for easing children back into routine after the holidays. Connect with me on ",[34,510,513],{"href":511,"rel":512},"https://instagram.com/leeleeloves",[108],"Instagram"," or ",[34,516,519],{"href":517,"rel":518},"https://twitter.com/leeleeloves",[108],"X",".",{"title":19,"searchDepth":122,"depth":122,"links":522},[523,524,525,526,527,528,529],{"id":427,"depth":122,"text":428},{"id":437,"depth":122,"text":438},{"id":447,"depth":122,"text":448},{"id":463,"depth":122,"text":464},{"id":473,"depth":122,"text":474},{"id":483,"depth":122,"text":484},{"id":493,"depth":122,"text":494},[127],"2026-01-08T20:33:00Z","winter_bedtime_routine.png",{},"Practical tips for getting children back into school routines after the Christmas holidays. From bedtime schedules to morning prep, ease the whole family back in.","Getting Children Back to Routine After Christmas","/getting-back-to-routine-easing-children-into-the-new-term-after-the-christmas-holidays",{"title":410,"description":415},"getting-back-to-routine-easing-children-into-the-new-term-after-the-christmas-holidays","YQHUfyu_W60Sv8RtXNF0vNOasB_95YekfejMxeO7Fjo",{"id":541,"title":542,"author":6,"body":543,"category":640,"cover":641,"date":642,"description":547,"excerpt":129,"extension":130,"featured_image":129,"legacy_id":643,"meta":644,"meta_description":645,"meta_title":542,"navigation":134,"path":646,"seo":647,"sponsored":134,"status":137,"stem":648,"subtitle":19,"__hash__":649},"posts/get-kids-good-sleep-routine.md","How to get your kids into a good sleep routine",{"type":8,"value":544,"toc":638},[545,548,553,561,578,581,586,595,600,605,614,619,622,627,632,635],[11,546,547],{},"Every parent knows the struggle of getting their children to wind down for bed at the end of the day. They’re still hyper and eager to stay up, so you’ll be looking for a quick and reliable routine that works a treat in getting your kids to go to sleep on time every night.",[11,549,550],{},[17,551],{"alt":19,"src":552},"/images/2016/02/snuz_deisgnz_bedding_cot_sleeping_baby.jpg",[11,554,555,560],{},[34,556,559],{"href":557,"rel":558},"https://kidshealth.org/en/parents/sleep.html#:~:text=toddlers%2520(1%25E2%2580%25932%2520years)%253A,years",[108],"The average amount of sleep that children need can range anywhere from 8 to 14 hours","%253A%25208%25E2%2580%259310%2520hours) depending on their age. This sleeps is important to their alertness the following day and general cognitive development too. Children that don’t get enough sleep may have the following symptoms:",[184,562,563,566,569,572,575],{},[187,564,565],{},"Can’t pay attention",[187,567,568],{},"Low energy",[187,570,571],{},"Bad moods",[187,573,574],{},"Reduced social skills",[187,576,577],{},"Falling asleep at the wrong times the next day",[11,579,580],{},"With so many negatives of children not sleeping properly, you’ll be looking to avoid it completely. To help, we’ve prepared the ultimate sleep routine that will keep your kids falling asleep at the right time every night, so that they’re ready for the following day.",[11,582,583],{},[268,584,585],{},"Exercise during the day",[11,587,588,589,594],{},"Make sure that they are active during the day so that they are tired come evening, even just for a 30-minute daily walk. The NHS also recommends that ",[34,590,593],{"href":591,"rel":592},"https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/exercise/exercise-guidelines/physical-activity-guidelines-children-and-young-people/",[108],"every child should do a certain amount of exercise every day"," to keep their bodies healthy too.",[11,596,597],{},[17,598],{"alt":19,"src":599},"/images/2015/11/bubbaroo_sleeping_cot_cute_reading_joey_Swag.jpg",[11,601,602],{},[268,603,604],{},"Relax before bedtime",[11,606,607,608,613],{},"Creating a relaxing environment for them can also help them to feel more sleepy at night. ",[34,609,612],{"href":610,"rel":611},"https://hmv.com/store/music/cd?page=1",[108],"We recommend you put on a CD with some soothing music"," or read them a book in a slow and calm voice.",[11,615,616],{},[268,617,618],{},"Check the light in their bedroom",[11,620,621],{},"Make sure it’s as dark as possible to encourage them to sleep but keep a lamp or nightlight nearby in case they need it. Encourage them to avoid their phone and other devices too close to bedtime as the blue light emitted will disrupt sleep and keep them awake for longer.",[11,623,624],{},[17,625],{"alt":19,"src":626},"/images/2015/04/brother_max_bear_lamp_3.jpg",[11,628,629],{},[268,630,631],{},"Stick to specific times",[11,633,634],{},"By encouraging them to go to bed at the same time every night, they’re more likely to get into a familiar routine and keep their body clock regular. This will also help them to get up on time the next day too.",[11,636,637],{},"These changes are by no way majorly different to what you’re probably already doing. However, when you ensure that these practices are being done ever",{"title":19,"searchDepth":122,"depth":122,"links":639},[],[127],"/images/2016/01/Bubbaroo_baby_sleep_diary_blanet_review_01.jpg","2023-01-27T00:09:00Z","11948",{},"Get kids into a good sleep routine. Daily exercise, relaxation techniques, bedroom lighting tips, and consistent bedtimes. 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