Sidekick Insights
Guides for calmer family routines: transitions, task initiation, and parent step-back systems.
Morning Routine
Start mornings with less conflict using tiny starts and soft recovery.
Homework After School
Reduce after-school stalls and restart momentum without nagging.
Bedtime Transitions
Make bedtime routines more predictable without rigid resets.
Task Initiation
Help kids start tasks faster with low-friction first actions.
Latest Insights
Why Pause, Shrink, and Defer Beat Rigid Routine Charts
Rigid checklists break on hard days. Pause/shrink/defer keeps momentum and helps parents step back sooner.
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Designing for Task Initiation: How Kids Actually Get Started
Most families do not need more reminders. They need better start conditions and recovery paths.
8 min read