Why Does My Child Get Hyper at Night? How to Handle Bedtime Zoomies with Emma Wilking Ghelber

Ever wonder why does my child get hyper at night… just when you’re ready to wind down? 

If you’ve ever felt like your kids have had an espresso right before bed, you’re not alone. Those bedtime zoomies – when kids suddenly start bouncing off the walls – can make creating a bedtime routine for kids feel impossible. 

But what if I told you that this chaos has a reason? In this episode, I’m joined by pediatric occupational therapist Emma Wilking Ghelber to break down why bedtime zoomies happen and share calming activities for kids before bed to help your evenings run more smoothly.

Emma shares the science behind bedtime zoomies and offers simple ways to help kids shift from high-energy to wind-down mode. If your current bedtime routine for kids feels like a wrestling match every night, these tips can make a big difference.

In this episode, we cover:

• Why does my child get hyper at night? – The surprising reasons your child might be getting more energized as the evening wears on.
• Bedtime zoomies – What they really mean, and why your child isn’t just trying to drive you crazy.
• Calming activities for kids before bed – Three simple, effective strategies to help kids settle down without adding to your stress.
• How to adjust your bedtime routine for kids to set the stage for better sleep, fewer battles, and a calmer home.

Ready to ditch the chaos and make bedtime smoother for everyone? Listen to the full episode for expert-backed strategies, calming activities for kids before bed and a bedtime routine for kids you can start using tonight.

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