Show Notes
After a busy day, it can be difficult for children to settle down and get ready for sleep. In the first of our series, we’ve put together some simple exercises to help your little ones unwind as part of their bedtime routine. Younger children may need some extra help from a grown-up to help them follow the routine. Sleepy Time is brought to you by In The Moment Magazine and MadeForMums, written by psychologist and yoga teacher Suzy Reading and narrated by Gemma David of The Quiet Heart. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Tap into your child’s imagination and use this meditation to take them on a journey into the natural world. This calming meditation guides children through a sensory forest walk, describing a natural scene. It’s the perfect way to end a busy day and get your child ready for sleep. Sleepy Time is brought to you by In The Moment Magazine and MadeForMums, written by psychologist and yoga teacher Suzy Reading and narrated by Gemma David of The Quiet Heart. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
When your child wakes in the night, they can feel anxious about getting back to sleep. But don’t worry, we’re here to help. This episode is a form of body scan meditation, which encourages your child to bring their attention to parts of their body – starting with the toes and working up towards their head. This meditation will distract them from their worries and help them to go back to sleep. Sleepy Time is brought to you by In The Moment Magazine and MadeForMums, written by psychologist and yoga teacher Suzy Reading and narrated by Gemma David of The Quiet Heart. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
When children are feeling worried, anxious thoughts can well up in their minds at bedtime – making it difficult for them to drop off. This meditation introduces the idea of the mind garden, which encourages children to visualise their positive thoughts as flowers and negative thoughts as weeds. This teaches them to accept their worries and thoughts without judgement. Sleepy Time is brought to you by In The Moment Magazine and MadeForMums, written by psychologist and yoga teacher Suzy Reading and narrated by Gemma David of The Quiet Heart. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Older children can also have trouble settling down at bedtime. This gentle routine is designed to calm their busy minds and help them to relax. Follow the exercises to release any physical tension from the day and snuggle down for a good night’s sleep. Sleepy Time is brought to you by In The Moment Magazine and MadeForMums, written by psychologist and yoga teacher Suzy Reading and narrated by Gemma David of The Quiet Heart. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Join us on an imaginary nature walk in the woods! This is a calming visualisation exercise for your child to enjoy at bedtime. Set off into the forest and hear the sounds of nature all around with this relaxing sensory bedtime story. Sleepy Time is brought to you by In The Moment Magazine and MadeForMums, written by psychologist and yoga teacher Suzy Reading and narrated by Gemma David of The Quiet Heart. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices