10/28/2026
Sunday at 2 AM, clocks fall back one hour. Adults love this. Kids do not.
Their circadian rhythm is more rigid than ours. The extra hour of morning light rushes them awake earlier than their body is ready for. And by Tuesday afternoon, you are dealing with a kid who is tired, cranky, and cannot figure out why they feel off.
Here is the good news. You have this weekend to get ahead of it. Shift bedtimes 15 minutes at a time. Protect the morning light routine. Keep the wind down predictable. Watch for meltdowns Monday and Tuesday and know they are normal.
Here is the honest news. Some kids will bounce back by Wednesday. Some will not. If yours is still off by the end of next week, that is worth paying attention to. Time change stress usually reveals sleep patterns that were already fragile.
Save this for the weekend. Send it to the parent friend who is bracing for Monday morning.
If your kid struggles with sleep beyond this week, we would love to talk. DM us or call (859) 721-2072. Link in bio.