Parenting hacks: 5 ways to have a calming morning routine with your child

Parenting hacks: 5 ways to have a calming morning routine with your child From having a dance party to reciting affirmations together, here are a few ways to have a calming morning routine.. From having a dance party to reciting affirmations together, here are a few ways to have a calming morning routine. A calming morning routine should be set with the child so that we can feel safe and relaxed throughout the day. "Routines in general can be tricky but morning routines especially because there tends to be a time crunch. This is your gentle reminder to make sure to infuse short bursts of connection to help reduce stress and cut back on power struggles," wrote Psychologist Jazmine McCoy.