Summer brings longer days, warmer evenings, family adventures—and sometimes, a little bit of chaos when it comes to sleep. Between later sunsets, backyard barbecues, and impromptu trips to the ice cream shop, it’s no wonder that sticking to a strict bedtime routine can feel nearly impossible during this season.

The good news? You can enjoy everything that summer has to offer without completely sacrificing your child's sleep. With a few simple strategies, it’s absolutely possible to adjust bedtimes, protect healthy habits, and still savor all those sweet summer memories.

In this blog, I’ll walk you through how to adjust sleep schedules for summer, when it makes sense to be flexible, and how to bounce back after a few late nights.