Mornings CAN be Less Chaotic!

Mornings can be quite hectic, especially while juggling various responsibilities. Here are some suggestions from Lake Forrest Prep, one of the best private schools in Orlando, that could be incorporated into your morning routine to reduce morning time stress and maximize tranquility.

    • Prepare the Night Before: The first thing to examine is your child’s sleeping patterns. Did you know that kids three to five years old need anywhere from 10 to 13 hours of sleep? Children, aged 6 to 13, need 9 to 11 hours of sleep, while teenagers need around 8 to 10 hours of rest. If your child loves to drink caffeine right before bed, even if it is only a little, ban them from doing that. Drinking caffeine before bed can cause them to have trouble falling asleep. Technology before bed is also a no-no as they need time to unwind. Pre-packing lunches, having your child shower at night, and prepare tomorrow’s outfit the night before can help make the morning smoother.
    • Don’t Hit the Snooze Button: It is only natural for us to want as much sleep as possible, but hitting the snooze button on your alarm for a few minutes of added sleep can add stress later on. Instead, set your alarm at least a few minutes earlier. There is a science to this. According to lifehacker.com, there is a web app called Sleeptiming that calculates when and for how long you should sleep in order to feel well-rested upon waking. You input how long it typically takes you to get to sleep and how long your usual sleep cycles last, and it provides you with a good time to wake up. Waking up earlier can give you some time for yourself to get prepared for the day.
    • Keep Mornings Happy: It’s essential to have a morning time plan or checklist to keep things running smoothly. It is also just as important to remain calm. When your child does not follow time constraints you provide, don’t immediately start yelling. Try to remain calm and keep everyone relaxed.

 

 

One of the best private schools in Orlando, Lake Forrest Prep, encourages parents to make sure their children are on time and energized for the day ahead. For more information about our school, call us at 407-331-5144, or send contact us online.

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