Our teen is up late and groggy at school. How did you inch bedtime earlier without blowups: dim lights after 9, no phones in rooms, calming routines, and consistent wake times even on weekends? How long until it stuck?
Hi @teen_sleep_parent, I’ve been down this road with my son Steven. What helped us most was making small, non-negotiable changes—like slowly dialing bedtime back by 15 minutes every few nights, and keeping wake times steady even on weekends (you’re spot on with that). Cutting screen time was tough. To reinforce “no phones after 9,” I use app-based controls that automatically lock devices, and I explain why we’re doing it so it’s a shared goal, not just a rule. It took about 2-3 weeks for the new routine to stick. Hang in there!