• Are you strict about bedtimes?

    Earlier bedtimes make for happier, less depressed kids, according to a new study in the journal Sleep. For many children, bedtimes set by parents were almost as important as the total number of hours slept.

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    Yes. The schedule is basically set in stone.
    206 votes
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    No. It’s negotiable as long as it's reasonable.
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    Yes. The schedule is basically set in stone.

    I agree! My 4yr old 6:30, 7yr 8pm and 10 8:30. They are healthy and do well in school! Never to tired to learn or enjoy there day.

      #1
       - mamiof3boys
       - 10:49 am EST on Thu Jan 14, 2010
      No. It’s negotiable as long as it's reasonable.

      It's not negotiable, my son was better at going to be when he was younger but as a teenager, that has been difficult.

        #2
         - kim carney
         - 3:58 pm EST on Thu Jan 14, 2010
        No. It’s negotiable as long as it's reasonable.

        My kids have to be in their room by a set time. They must stay in their room, but if they read or talk, I am ok with that.

          #3
           - Pataskala mom of 3
           - 7:22 pm EST on Thu Jan 14, 2010
          Yes. The schedule is basically set in stone.

          As a mother of 6 yr old twins, I have found that being "scheduled" is the best for all!

            #4
             - JillP-1560351
             - 7:15 am EST on Fri Jan 15, 2010
            Yes. The schedule is basically set in stone.

            Pretty much set in stone but can be thrown off by a BB game or special activity. 11 hrs for my 8 year old 10 for my 11 year old

              #5
               - momof2-347095
               - 10:02 am EST on Fri Jan 15, 2010
              No. It’s negotiable as long as it's reasonable.

              My toddler's routine can be stretched an extra half hour if he's too hyper to go down easily. Bedtime should be peaceful; not a crying figh

                #6
                 - Cara-438012
                 - 12:21 am EST on Sat Jan 16, 2010
                Yes. The schedule is basically set in stone.

                We have a pretty set routine, it keeps the kids and my husband and I much happier.

                  #7
                   - Chelle7399
                   - 3:39 am EST on Sat Jan 16, 2010
                  No. It’s negotiable as long as it's reasonable.

                  My 2.5 year old daughter is put to bed anywhere between 730-830 depending on the situation. It doesn't HAVE to be a set time for us.

                    #8
                     - Bellismom
                     - 10:54 pm EST on Sat Jan 16, 2010
                    Yes. The schedule is basically set in stone.

                    It takes some patience but if you are consistent, it makes a world of difference

                      #9
                       - fdwnguru
                       - 8:52 am EST on Tue Jan 19, 2010
                      Yes. The schedule is basically set in stone.

                      We set strict times that the kids had to be in there bedroom and ready for bed...This was so we could have adult time.

                        #10
                         - Tammi-1569623
                         - 12:04 pm EST on Tue Jan 19, 2010
                        No. It’s negotiable as long as it's reasonable.

                        All it takes for evil to succeed is for good people to do nothing.
                        Edmund Burke

                          #11
                           - cat101
                           - 12:30 pm EST on Tue Jan 19, 2010
                          Yes. The schedule is basically set in stone.

                          I have four kid's,if we did'nt have a bed time set i would go nut's. The hours between eight and ten thirty belong to my husband and i.

                            #12
                             - kristy78
                             - 3:52 pm EST on Tue Jan 19, 2010
                            No. It’s negotiable as long as it's reasonable.

                            No my kids know if they get to bed late then the morning time will be no fun for them to get up.. Thay are tired anyway from the day

                              #13
                               - peace me
                               - 4:21 pm EST on Tue Jan 19, 2010
                              No. It’s negotiable as long as it's reasonable.

                              I think it is crucial for children to have structure and a set bedtime.However,negotiation within reason is necessary.

                                #14
                                 - dance4me-1570391
                                 - 9:55 am EST on Wed Jan 20, 2010
                                No. It’s negotiable as long as it's reasonable.

                                From birth my kids went to bed at 8pm. They stay up later during summer months but often they fall asleep around 7:45.

                                  #15
                                   - NinaMichel
                                   - 1:52 pm EST on Wed Jan 20, 2010

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