How do you start your day? A splash of cold water and a quick dog walk? All the coffee and a lot of yelling “get your shoes on, it’s time to go!” to your kids? Or does your morning begin with ...

Mornings have a tendency to establish the pace for an entire day for a child, emotionally and physically. Beginning the day in a disorganised way may lead the kids to feel restless and unattended to, ...

Before your child even steps out the door every day, their emotional baseline for the day is already set — not by color-coded routines, but by how safe and connected they feel in your presence. As a ...

Mornings with children are chaotic, but a predictable routine, not military discipline, fosters cooperation. Preparation the night before and gentle wake-ups are key. Consistent, simple breakfasts ...

Do you eat dinner with your kids around the same time every day? Or maybe you always read a book with them before bed. These kinds of family routines can make a big difference. Dr. Eshleman said when ...