Bedtime battles between parents and kids are a common occurrence that can leave everyone exhausted and frustrated. But what if there’s a deeper reason behind this nightly conflict? One TikTok creator claims to have the answer. In this article, we explore the insights shared by parents, sleep specialists, and parent coaches throughout the Internet, shedding light on the contradiction in needs between kids and parents when it comes to going to bed.
Why Parents Hurry Bedtime
Parents often feel overwhelmed and look forward to some alone time once the kids are asleep. Here’s why parents may rush through the bedtime routine and the impact it can have on children. The TikToker, Cayla, explains the role of parental stress and anxiety and offers advice on being patient with kids during bedtime.
Why Children Resist Bedtime
Children resist bedtime for various reasons, including a desire for more time with their parents and a fear of separation. We dive into the insights shared by experts, highlighting factors such as fear of missing out (FOMO), self-regulation challenges, and personality traits that contribute to bedtime resistance. Understanding these factors can help parents address their children’s needs more effectively.
Additionally, according to Daniel Huerta, a parenting expert, mental health professional, and author with extensive experience in the field, there are additional factors that contribute to bedtime feeling more like a power struggle rather than a peaceful wind-down. Huerta emphasizes that children may grapple with challenges such as a lack of self-control, difficulties in self-regulation, or specific personality traits that make the bedtime routine more demanding and complex. These factors can intensify the resistance and create a sense of tension during the process. Recognizing and addressing these underlying issues can help parents approach bedtime with empathy and tailor their strategies to better support their child’s unique needs.
How to Ease Bedtime Battles
Fortunately, there are strategies parents can implement to make bedtime smoother and less stressful. One technique recommended by Dr. Huerta is the “high fives” exercise. By extending your hand with all five fingers out, you can engage your child in a positive conversation or focus on things they enjoy. This helps them to have positive thoughts and creates a sense of joy and contentment before going to bed.
Additionally, tapping into their imagination can be a fun and effective tactic. Encourage your child to set up their stuffed animals as “watchers” throughout the room. By placing these toys strategically, they can feel a sense of control and security, knowing their furry friends are keeping an eye on potential nighttime fears.
Remember, the journey to a good night’s sleep takes time and patience, but with understanding and adaptability, you can transform bedtime into a cherished bonding experience for the whole family.
NBC Renews ‘The Blacklist’ for a 10th Season of the Crime Drama
James Spader, the show’s star and executive producer, is expected to return for the tenth season of The Blacklist, the second following the departures of both Megan Boone, the show’s female lead, and creator Jon Bokenkamp. John Eisendrath, who has been on the series since its inception as co-showrunner with Bokenkamp for the first eight seasons and as single showrunner since the start of Season 9, returns as executive producer/showrunner for Season 10.
An Important Announcement Regarding The Blacklist
Spader announced during a visit to The Tonight Show to promote The Blacklist‘s return to its more traditional Friday night slot. Due to the cancellation of the Law & Order spinoff Law & Order: For the Defense, the first nine episodes of this season aired on Thursday nights.
The Blacklist has been a strong performer for the network, with 22 million viewers across linear and digital platforms this season, according to the network.
“Value Loyalty Above All Else”
In the two years since Elizabeth Keen’s death, Raymond Reddington of Spader and the members of the FBI Task Force have disbanded – their lives have been transformed in unforeseen ways, and Reddington’s whereabouts remain unknown. Finding themselves at a crossroad, they are compelled by a shared cause to resurrect their original mission: to eliminate dangerous, nasty, and eccentric Blacklisters.
They unearth lethal opponents, unfathomable schemes, and startling betrayals along the way, all of which endanger alliances and inspire vengeance for the past, all of which are commanded by the most cunning criminal of them all: Raymond Reddington. Also starring are Diego Klattenhoff, Amir Arison, Hisham Tawfiq, Laura Sohn, and Harry Lennix.
Davis Entertainment, in partnership with Sony Pictures Television Studios and Universal Television, produces The Blacklist. Executive producers are Eisendrath, Bokenkamp, Davis Entertainment’s John Davis and John Fox, as well as Lukas Reiter, Spader, Daniel Cerone, Laura A. BensonSean Hennen, Allison Glock-Cooper, and T Cooper.