Storm Ophelia is in full swing right now, and the kids are all excited (and a little scared) by the loud gusts of wind roaring around the country.
According to weather reports, the strong winds will be following us into the evening, which may disturb the little one's bed time.
Fear not though, as we have come up with a handy little list of tips that may help your kiddos get to sleep when they're unsettled.
1. Scented Wonder
Do you have some lavender candles floating around the house? It is no secret that certain essential oils help the body to relax, and ultimately can lull you into slumber. Light some scented candles (especially if you lose electricity!) and let the kids relax, and settle.
2. Sharing is caring
We won't lie to you, tonight you may all be piling into the one bed (kind of exciting!) The little ones may be a bit scared by the weather, making it tricky to settle down and fall asleep. However, if they jump into bed with mum and dad, they'll feel safe, and should drift off nicely.
3. Soothing Music
Struggling to get the little ones to settle down? Music can be a fantastic way to help the kiddos unwind, and relax. Even soothing white noise, like waves or animal noises, can be a brilliant way to help them nod off. And if the electricity happens to go (a strong possibility), some gentle singing will do the trick. Time to dust off your lullabies, mums.
4. Build a fort
This might sound a tad ridiculous, but it is a guaranteed way to get the kiddies all wrapped up in bed. Build a cosy bed fort, and snuggle up with them until the nod off. The kids will see this as exciting, unable to resist settling in to comfort.
5. Story time
Make a big deal about reading them a bed time story tonight! Pick a special book, let them wear their favourite pyjamas, and settle into bed. Naturally, it has been a day of excitement, so they are probably tired. They just need to sit still in order to realise this - hence why story time is ideal!
Be safe everyone! <3
