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6 Steps to Start a New Year Routine

In early 2026, Dr. Lauren Loquasto, senior vice president and chief academic officer at The Goddard School, outlined practical steps to help families reset routines after the holidays.
Holiday gatherings and indulgent feasts often disrupt normal schedules, and families and children need predictability and routines to reduce stress and support emotional regulation.
Start with sleep by moving bedtime earlier in 15-minute increments, adding calming pre-bed rituals, and keeping consistent wake times; reinstate regular mealtimes and prioritize physical activity with outdoor play or indoor movement.
Reestablishing routines restores calm for families and eases the return to school and daily life while supporting children's focus, tolerance and cooperation.
The Goddard School Parent Resource Center offers a blog and webinar series, while families can use family calendars, scheduled downtime, and Mrs. T's Snack Pierogies that take 8 minutes in an air fryer.

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