Benefits of Keeping a Schedule With Your Child

Creating a schedule to make your child’s daily routine is important to their development. It establishes structure, provides a sense of normalcy, and gives security. Everything from setting wake-up and bedtimes to allotted time for naps, meals, play, and homework all show your child what’s important for them to do each and every day. Below, we have detailed benefits of maintaining structure and how to create a schedule for your child. 

Running a household is no small task. With everyone going at their own pace when they please, it can be hard to build a tight-knit home. Having your child on schedule helps to keep the household a bit more calm, and it helps your child to develop these habits as they grow. 

With a schedule, your child will soon gain an understanding as to what tasks come first and why scheduled tasks or events are important. This is a skill that, gaining early on, will only continue to help them as they progress in their life. Highlighting healthy habits only reinforces their benefits. 

The more that your child follows their routine, the sooner that they will stick to it on their own. When children take on these challenges on their own, they begin to develop confidence and independence at a young age; they will feel good knowing that they didn’t need your help to do something they can do on their own. 

To start your child on a routine, it’s first important to remember that flexibility is a must. Having too rigid of a structure can take away from spontaneity and creativity, which are also needed in a child’s early development. So, when it comes to starting your child on a schedule, start small by having key routines at the same time, such as waking up, eating, sleeping, etc. Patience will be needed, especially early on. Remember to make time for special events and creative outlets and be open to adjustments if needed. 

Anna’s Day Care can be a great part of your child’s routine. We have structure within our own day care center, as it is an invaluable part of a child’s development. Give us a call today to learn more about our day care center and child care options.