About Say Sleepy! Sensory-Smart Bedtime Routines for Kids with ADHD, Autism & Big Feelings: How to Help Sensory‑Sensitive & Neurodivergent Kids Wind Down, Regulate & Rest at Night by Learning Lab Tim and Robbie and Victoria Bricks
Bedtime doesn’t have to be a battle or a meltdown.
Are you struggling with bedtime battles, restless nights, or a neurodivergent child who won’t sleep? For kids with ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Sensory Processing Disorder, anxiety, or big feelings, evenings can feel like the hardest part of the day.
Instead of winding down, they often ramp up, facing sleep problems, bedtime meltdowns, night wakings, or endless energy.
But here’s the good news: calm, connected nights ARE possible.
Say Sleepy! Sensory-Smart Bedtime Routines for Kids with ADHD, Autism & Big Feelings is your step-by-step guide to better sleep, written with deep empathy for parents raising sensory-sensitive and neurodivergent kids.
Inside, you’ll discover:
• Why sensory differences affect sleep (and what truly helps)
• Simple tweaks to create a calm, sensory-friendly bedroom
• Bedtime routines that work, even for ADHD & Autism
• Fun sleepy games, calming rituals & movement ideas to help kids’ bodies relax
• How to handle meltdowns, night wakings, restless legs & 3 AM chaos
• The power of sound, music & bedtime stories for smoother sleep
• Calming scripts, soothing phrases & emotional anchors for big feelings
• PLUS morning and afternoon routines that support better nights
You’ll also get:
✨ A soothing Twinkle Twinkle Little Star remix lullaby
✨ Printable mantra cards & a bedtime feelings thermometer
✨ Gentle survival tips for YOU – the parent in the storm
This isn’t just another sleep book – it’s a sensory-smart, connection-focused approach that helps kids feel safe in their bodies so rest comes naturally.
Part of the “Say It!” Series
Say Sleepy! is part of a gentle, practical guide series for parents raising sensory-sensitive and neurodivergent children. The first book, Say Yummy!, helps families navigate picky eating and sensory food challenges with compassion and simple strategies. Each book can be read on its own or together as a complete toolkit to make everyday struggles easier.
If you’re exhausted by bedtime battles and long for peaceful nights, Say Sleepy! will give you the tools, confidence, and hope you need.
Perfect for parents of kids ages 3–10 with ADHD, Autism, SPD, anxiety, or high sensitivity.
Less chaos. More calm. Better sleep.
For your child. For you. For your whole family.
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Author Bio:
Victoria Bricks is the creative force behind Learning Lab Tim & Robbie – a cozy world of fun, learning, and imagination inspired by her two sons. A devoted single mom, Victoria pours her heart into crafting playful, sensory-friendly books and activities that help kids learn with joy. With her youngest son navigating sensory integration disorder, she’s on a mission to make every moment magical, engaging, and just right for little hands and big imaginations.