08/11/2026
Is your house in a nightly battle over bedtime again? You're not doing anything wrong, and neither is your kid.
Getting back into a school routine takes real work for any child, but for kids who struggle with attention, sensory regulation, or executive function, it can feel like starting from zero every fall.
A few things that actually help:
Shift bedtime early, not overnight. Start a week or two ahead in small steps.
Make the schedule visible. A written or picture schedule beats verbal reminders every time.
Protect wind-down time before bed. Screens off, lights low, same routine each night.
Break homework into smaller steps. A short checklist beats "just get it done."
Most kids settle in within a few weeks. But if mornings are still a daily fight well into fall, or your child seems capable but isn't performing that way, it might be worth asking why. That's exactly what a neuropsychological evaluation can help uncover.
No referral needed. Most families are seen within about 4-6 weeks. Call us at 320-247-4068 to learn more.