What is a bedtime routine app for kids?

It's an app that guides children through the same calming steps every night. NURTO combines a camera-guided brushing game and breathing games so kids enjoy the routine instead of fighting it.

How long should a bedtime routine take?

There's no single right length. Most families find that a short, predictable routine works better than a long one that keeps stretching. Keep the steps the same and the timing steady.

When should screens go off before bed?

Well before lights out. Many families pick a set time each night so turning off screens becomes part of the routine instead of an argument.

Yes. NURTO is free for families during early access, and you can try the brushing game in your browser with no account.

Is the camera safe to use with my child?

Camera processing happens on your device, and you stay in control of what's shared. See our privacy policy for details.

Does NURTO check if my child has a sleep problem?

No. NURTO is a routine tool and doesn't diagnose anything. If you have questions about your child's sleep, write down what you notice and talk with your child's pediatrician or dentist.

Bedtime Routine App for Kids: Brushing to Lights Out

A calm four-step bedtime routine for kids, with NURTO's brushing adventures and breathing games to help little ones wind down and get to bed on time.

Why bedtime is so hard

Bedtime can be the hardest part of the day with kids. Everyone is tired, someone wants one more show, and the toothbrush is suddenly the most boring object in the house. By the time teeth are brushed and pajamas are on, it's half an hour past the bedtime you planned.

As a pediatric dentist, I hear about this from parents all the time, usually right after they tell me brushing is a nightly battle. The families who have the easiest evenings almost always have one thing in common: a routine that looks the same every night.

Habits that help many families

Keep bedtime and wake time steady, weekends included. Big swings between weeknights and weekends can make Monday mornings harder for everyone.

Turn screens off well before lights out. Give your child time to settle down after the last show or game.

Build a calm wind-down routine that looks the same every night. Kids relax when they know what comes next.

Not sure what time bedtime should be? Start from the time your child needs to wake up and work backward.

A four-step bedtime routine with NURTO

Routines work best when kids actually look forward to them. That's the idea behind NURTO: take the steps parents already want to do every night and make them feel like play.

Step 1: Screens off early

The routine starts by putting shows and games away well before lights out. It helps to make this the same time every night so it stops being a negotiation. A visual cue, like a lamp switching on or a favorite song, can signal that the evening is winding down.

Step 2: A brushing adventure

This is where NURTO comes in. Instead of a timer counting down, the NURTO brushing game uses the camera to see your child brushing and cheers them on through a two-minute mission. Kids can pick from 18 different worlds, earn coins, and watch their creature companion grow, so brushing becomes the part of the night they ask for. You can try the brushing game right now in your browser with no account needed.

Step 3: A calm breathing game

After brushing, NURTO's breathing games give kids a slow, quiet activity to help them settle. They follow a gentle rhythm through a short story world, which makes winding down feel like part of the game instead of a rule.

Step 4: Lights out, same time every night

The last step is the simplest and the one that matters most over time: lights out at a steady time, weekends included. A predictable bedtime helps kids know what to expect, and it makes mornings easier for the whole family.

For parents: nighttime sound logs

If you've ever wondered whether your child snores most nights, NURTO's nighttime sound logs let you keep simple notes you can review and choose to share with your child's provider. NURTO doesn't diagnose anything. That's always your child's provider's job, and our goal is to help you show up to that visit with better notes. Learn more in our parent guide to child snoring.

Getting started

NURTO is free for families during early access. Create a free family account, pick your child's creature, and try the routine tonight. Looking for more bedtime ideas without an app? Read our guide to a bedtime routine for kids.

Parents, we'd love to hear from you: what's the one thing that makes bedtime easier in your house?

A Bedtime Routine App for Kids: Brushing, Breathing and Lights Out