Bedtime ideas for tired parents
Story prompts, reading tips and cosy routines — written by the people building Wispalo.
Going to the Doctor: A Bedtime Story to Settle Appointment Nerves
Got a doctor's appointment coming up and a worried little one? Here's how a calm bedtime story the night before can turn dread into curiosity — plus what to say (and what to skip) on the night itself.
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Moving to a New Home: A Bedtime Story to Help Your Child Feel Settled
Moving house can unsettle even the most easygoing child. Here's how a personalised bedtime story can help them feel safe, excited, and ready for their new home.
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Losing a First Tooth: A Bedtime Story to Settle the Wobbly-Tooth Worries
A wobbly tooth can mean an excited, anxious, or downright reluctant-to-sleep child. Here's how a short bedtime story can turn "will it hurt?" into "I can't wait!"
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New Baby Sibling Bedtime Stories: Helping Your Child Feel Loved (Not Replaced)
Bringing a new baby home can leave an older child feeling unsettled, even jealous. Here's how a gentle bedtime story can help them feel just as loved as ever — and settle into their new role as a big brother or sister.
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How to Calm First-Day-of-School Nerves With a Bedtime Story (What to Say the Night Before)
The night before the first day of school is when little worries get loudest. Here's a gentle bedtime routine — and a story approach — that helps children walk in the next morning feeling ready rather than rattled.
Read the post →10 Bedtime Story Ideas When Your Child Says 'I Don't Know What I Want'
Every parent knows the moment: story time has arrived, and your child has absolutely no idea what they want the story to be about. Here are ten ideas that work every time.
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