Most parenting advice focuses on big moments.
But most of the actual parenting happens in the fabric of the day itself.
Tiny actions that happen in the same way, at the same time of day, every single day.
Routines!
Routines are underrated.
They’re actually really important for nervous system safety.
Because routines make kids feel safe, they can:
✅ Lower cortisol (stress)
✅ Strengthen the prefrontal cortex (planning, focus, regulation)
✅ Make transitions smoother and meltdowns shorter
A morning micro-routine might look like this:
🤗 Hug
👖 Get dressed
🪥 Brush teeth
🩰 Put on shoes
🤝 “Have a great day!” handshake
An after-school reset might look like this:
🥜 Snack
🤗 Cuddle
🤫 10 minutes of quiet time
It works, because
▶️ Predictability makes kids feel safe
⏩ Safety calms the nervous system
⏭️ Calm brains learn better, connect better, bounce back faster
You don’t need a military schedule!
Think of it more like a rhythm or an sequencing of actions.
Don’t ever think your days are boring, just because you’ve got a routine.
Swipe the carousel to see how tiny routines can rewire the brain for resilience.
