Stay Calm at Bedtime: Three Simple Strategies for Stressed-Out Parents
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Does bedtime leave you feeling like you’re losing control?
Do you find yourself battling endless requests like “just one more story” or “I’m hungry”?
Are you exhausted by the constant resistance, only to feel guilty for losing your patience?
If you’re nodding along, you’re not alone, and this episode is here to help.
In this episode of Raising Kids with Love and Boundaries, parenting coach Camilla McGill shares three transformative strategies to help you approach bedtime with confidence and calm.
You’ll learn how a quick mindset reset can shift your evening energy, why a predictable routine is key to cooperation, and how to hold firm boundaries with empathy to avoid power struggles.
With relatable anecdotes and practical advice, Camilla equips you with tools to turn bedtime stress into peaceful connection.
Struggling parents will find real answers here, plus guidance on how to handle common stalling tactics in a way that maintains boundaries while nurturing your child.
For your free bedtime 'cheat-sheet' go to https://www.myparentingsolutions.com/sleep to grab it and take the stress out of bedtime!
Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction: Why bedtime can be so challenging
01:00 Personal struggles and lessons learned
02:30 Strategy 1: Pre-Bedtime Mindset Reset
05:45 Strategy 2: Creating a Predictable, Soothing Routine
08:30 Strategy 3: Holding Boundaries with Empathy
12:00 Question of the Week: Dealing with stalling tactics like “just one more hug”
14:30 Conclusion and resources for a calmer bedtime
When you're ready here are 3 ways that Camilla could help you further:
Tired of feeling like you go round in circles with your child and never seem to get anywhere?
Wish your child came with a manual as they have you floored?
1. Go to Camilla's instagram for further tips and inspiration https://www.instagram.com/myparentingsolutions/
2. For blogs, free downloadable guides and other information go to https://www.myparentingsolutions.com
3. Book a FREE Discovery Call to talk to Camilla about how she can help you personally to transform your family life. https://calendly.com/myparentingsolutions/discovery-call
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