Create A Calming Bedtime Routine For Autism

Here are some steps you can take to create a calming bedtime routine:

Establish a regular bedtime: Try to establish a regular bedtime and stick to it as much as possible. This can help regulate your body's natural sleep-wake cycle.

Wind down before bed: Start winding down at least an hour before bedtime. This can include reading a book, listening to calming music, or taking a warm bath.

Create a relaxing environment: Make sure the bedroom is a calming and comfortable space. This can include dimming the lights, using soft blankets, and keeping the room at a comfortable temperature.

Avoid stimulating activities: Avoid activities that can be overstimulating before bedtime, such as playing video games or watching TV.

Use calming techniques: Teach your child calming techniques such as deep breathing or visualization exercises to help them relax and unwind.

Establish a bedtime routine: Create a consistent bedtime routine that your child can follow every night. This can include brushing teeth, changing into pajamas, and reading a bedtime story.

Use a visual schedule: Use a visual schedule or checklist to help your child understand the steps in the bedtime routine and feel more in control.

Remember that every individual with autism is unique and may have different needs and preferences. It's important to tailor the bedtime routine to your child's specific needs and work with them to create a routine that works best for them.

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[Rice]

I am a thirteen year old witth adhd and suspected aspergers. My little brother and sister are autistic and me and my mom belive i have aspergers. This is very helpful, thank you!

[Apolonio-ofxf]

I'm A Proud 🦚 Member of The San Diego County California USA Community Autism Society Since December 4 Of

[osaniss]

Also exercise during the day and getting sunlight during the day is helpful. Not close to bedtime though. Good video 😊 i clicked like

[JosephPratt]

Fantastic video! I am generally in bed between 8:30 and 9 on most nights ... and I wake up at around 4:00 in the morning.

[HenAndPenn]

Thank you! Extremely helpful to have you put it into words

[aniE]

Now I need to get my husband to stop snoring so loud so I can sleep. 🤣

[Dark_Charm]

I go to bed at around 9:30 to 10 pm. If I’m feeling really restless, I’d read a book or listen to a sleep hypnosis recording on YouTube. Both help a lot

[rachaelward]

A tip I have learned, and it has helped a little bit, caffine has a half shelf life about 8 hours. So I make my last coffee at 3 pm at the latest at the moment with my goal eventually being, having my last coffee at 1:00 at the latest. Also, watch for hidden caffine, which is how I got caught out. Milo doesn't have caffine, but it does have chocolate, and chocolate has caffine in it. I always heat up a wheat bag on cold nights. I'm in New Zealand, and we are in winter. I also have salt lights which are light enough to reassure me of the dark, but not so bright, so don't keep me awake. I also have turned the brightness setting down on my t.v. Good luck everyone, we can do this!😂

[wendyheaton]

I use a weighted blackout eyemask ..its made a huge difference particularly at this time of year...

[gracekim]

My sleep schedule sucks pretty bad so this will help a ton😅

[markfornefeld]

I have autism high functioning disorder and I use YouTube to go to bed at night I listen to meditative music that’s just a tip that I use share it with everybody else

[koymark]

I take medication for not dreaming. I fidget and jump on the bed and talk, and hurt myself as if I were possessed.

[dashleydiepen]

I currently have a good bedtime routine for my little AUs however my bedtime routine is horrible/nonexistent! I want/need someone who can do my bedtime routine for/with me just like I do for my kids 😩 I want someone to tell me it’s time to do this time to do that and read to me till my brain falls asleep 😓

[TransGuyShane]

I'm being evicted at 14 hours any advice on getting used to new surroundings? I will be going from being housebound to having no house so it's really f ed me up

Oh I'm 29 and autistic with loads of rubbish going on

[imtheeternalscholar]

I have the issue of how long I sleep. I only sleep for 6 hours, so going to bed too early ends up stuffing up my sleep!😳

[Catlily]

My ADHD side overrules my autism side when it comes to routines. I rebel against routines.

[Therainbowty]

Me watching dis at 21:50 or 09:50 pm I think