Kiss goodbye to children's bedtime tantrums

It’s tough for children having to go to bed when it’s still light outside, the birds are singing and all they want to do is play in the garden.

If you’re not careful, the bedroom can turn into a verbal battleground as the kids whinge that it’s too early to put the pyjamas on and parents just want to settle them down for the night.

Tantrums and tempers can flare but it really doesn’t have to be that way if you follow these handy hints to get your child off to sleep.

Tire them out during the day

The longer, drier days are perfect for children to keep active during the day. If your child is over the age of four, you can try to cut out naps so even with lighter nights, your children will be too tired to care or kick up a fuss.

Blackout curtains and blinds

Is your child’s bedroom dark enough or is daylight peeping through thin curtains? A black out blind creates the perfect night-time effect and also shields early-morning sun.

Create the right environment

Make your child's bedroom cosy with fluffy pillows, clean sheets, dim lights and cuddly toys. Remove any distractions from their room, technology and bright lights may interfere with them getting off to sleep.