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It's time to discover a better bedtime. A story, a mindful moment, and a chance to connect--all designed to calm busy minds and busy bodies. Join host Steffani Raff for a new story every Monday.
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- 1 weeks ago14 min
The Little Lizard Who Woke Up the Sun - A Mindful Bedtime Story for Kids
In this playful retelling of an Aztec folktale, Little Lizard wakes up to find that the sun has disappeared, and even though everyone else gives up, he keeps searching. When he finally finds the sun asleep inside a rock, Little Lizard brings all the animals together to help wake him up in the best way they can think of: with music, dancing, and a party. This story is a sweet reminder for children that even the smallest voice can make a big difference when it refuses to give up. Hey parents, here are 4 ways to build attachment as you listen to the story together: 1.) Imagine with your child. You could even use a heating pad if you want. 2.) Model long deep breaths for your child. 3.) Stretch with your child. 4.) Show your child the tapping motion as prompted. For more bedtime connection tips, visit Wink on Youtube, Instagram or Facebook. @ wink-bedtime-stories or on our Substack - Parenting with Wink: Bedtime Stories and Beyond. https://winkbedtimestories.substack.com/publish/post/190425474?back=%2Fpublish%2Fposts%2Fdrafts Wink is a production of BYUradio and is always ad and interruption free. Storyteller and writer: Steffani Raff. Producers: Wendy Folsom, Sam Payne, Brian Tanner, Kay Hendrickson, and Roman Russell. Post Production by Trent Reimschussel, Kip Merrill, and Gracie Davis. Music by Trent Reimschussel and Kip Merrill. Social Media: Kay Hendrickson and Roman Russell.
- 2 weeks ago12 min
The Unicorn Who Didn't Forget - A Mindful Bedtime Story for Kids
Glimmer is a unicorn who notices all the little amazing things around her, and every time she feels that bright happy wonder, her horn glows. At first the other unicorns think something is wrong with her, but when Channing finally slows down long enough to watch a moonflower bloom, his horn starts glowing too. Soon all the unicorns of Eidleweisse Mountain rediscover that the magic was there all along—they had just forgotten how to notice it. Hey parents, here are 4 ways to build attachment as you listen to the story together: 1.) Imagine the unicorn horn with your child. 2.) Talk about what you saw in your mind. 3.) Ask your child what they saw. 4.) Model the breathing with your child. For more bedtime connection tips, visit Wink on Youtube, Instagram or Facebook. @ wink-bedtime-stories or on our Substack - Parenting with Wink: Bedtime Stories and Beyond. https://winkbedtimestories.substack.com/publish/post/190425474?back=%2Fpublish%2Fposts%2Fdrafts Wink is a production of BYUradio and is always ad and interruption free. Storyteller and writer: Steffani Raff. Producers: Wendy Folsom, Sam Payne, Brian Tanner, Kay Hendrickson, and Roman Russell. Post Production by Trent Reimschussel, Kip Merrill, and Gracie Davis. Music by Trent Reimschussel and Kip Merrill. Social Media: Kay Hendrickson and Roman Russell.
- 3 weeks ago12 min
Frog and Snake - A Mindful Bedtime Story for Kids
Frog loves to boing and bounce, and Snake loves to ssslow down and be still—and when they try to play each other’s way, it’s kind of a hilarious disaster. They each think maybe they need a different kind of friend… until the quiet feels too quiet and the bouncing feels a little lonely. When they come back together, they discover something just right: Frog helps Snake feel alive, Snake helps Frog feel calm, and somehow their opposite songs fit together perfectly. Hey parents, here are 4 ways to build attachment as you listen to the story together: 1.) Wiggle your toes with your child. 2.) Model being still with your child. 3.) Do the breathing exercise with your child. 4.) Keep the stretch and snuggle soft and calm by modeling it. For more bedtime connection tips, visit Wink on Youtube, Instagram or Facebook. @ wink-bedtime-stories or on our Substack - Parenting with Wink: Bedtime Stories and Beyond. https://winkbedtimestories.substack.com/publish/post/190425474?back=%2Fpublish%2Fposts%2Fdrafts Wink is a production of BYUradio and is always ad and interruption free. Storyteller and writer: Steffani Raff. Producers: Wendy Folsom, Sam Payne, Brian Tanner and Kay Hendrickson. Post Production by Trent Reimschussel, Kip Merrill, and Gracie Davis. Music by Trent Reimschussel and Kip Merrill. Social Media: Kay Hendrickson and Roman Russell.
- 4 weeks ago11 min
The Wizard's Duel - A Mindful Bedtime Story for Kids
Four wizards were so busy proving who was the best that they didn’t notice they’d made a tiger… and the tiger was hungry. While the others kept arguing, Barnaby Boxer Shorts paid attention, tossed one little acorn, and saved them all in a flash of humming, thrumming magic. After that, the wizards decided it’s a whole lot better to use your magic together than to fuss about who is the greatest. Hey parents, here are 3 ways to build attachment as you listen to the story together: 1.) Model how to do a Cat Cow Yoga stretch. 2.) Actively listen to the magical sound with your child. 3.) Model the breathing activity for your child. For more bedtime connection tips, visit Wink on Youtube, Instagram or Facebook. @ wink-bedtime-stories or on our Substack - Parenting with Wink: Bedtime Stories and Beyond. https://winkbedtimestories.substack.com/publish/post/190425474?back=%2Fpublish%2Fposts%2Fdrafts Wink is a production of BYUradio and is always ad and interruption free. Storyteller and writer: Steffani Raff. Producers: Wendy Folsom, Sam Payne, Brian Tanner and Kay Hendrickson. Post Production by Trent Reimschussel, Kip Merrill, Gracie Davis, and Gabriella Zuniga. Social Media: Kay Hendrickson and Roman Russell.
- Aug 17, 202613 min
The Monster Surprise - A Mindful Bedtime Story for Kids
Blurtle and Gorpington are two heads of one monster, but Blurtle can’t stop blurting out every single thought that pops into his head, which drives Gorpington crazy. When their class plans a surprise birthday party, Blurtle tries really hard to keep the secret—but ends up ruining it anyway. In the end, he realizes his words can hurt people, apologizes, and keeps practicing how to think before he speaks. Hey parents, here are 4 ways to build attachment as you listen to the story together: 1.) Be playful about imagining a thought and not sharing it. 2.) Practice the breathing technique with your child. 3.) Say the affirmations with your child in a "monster" voice 4.) Give your child a "monster" hug For more bedtime connection tips, visit Wink on Youtube, Instagram or Facebook. @ wink-bedtime-stories or on our Substack - Parenting with Wink: Bedtime Stories and Beyond. https://winkbedtimestories.substack.com/publish/post/190425474?back=%2Fpublish%2Fposts%2Fdrafts Wink is a production of BYUradio and is always ad and interruption free. Storyteller and writer: Steffani Raff. Producers: Wendy Folsom, Sam Payne, Brian Tanner and Kay Hendrickson. Post Production by Trent Reimschussel, Kip Merrill, and Gracie Davis. Music by Trent Reimschussel and Kip Merrill. Social Media: Kay Hendrickson and Roman Russell.
- Aug 10, 202612 min
The Humongous Backpack - A Mindful Bedtime Story for Kids
EmmyLou is getting ready for her very first day of school, and because anything could happen, she packs her backpack with all sorts of very important “just in case” things, even an extra shoe. Her backpack gets so big and lumpy it can barely zip, but EmmyLou feels ready for anything. By the end of the day, she realizes she didn’t need most of it but there were a couple of things she brought that helped her me a good friend. This story is perfect for kids who are nervous to start school (or just want a giggle). Hey parents, here are 4 ways to build attachment as you listen to the story together: 1.) Do the breathing exercise with your child. 2.) Tell your child about a time you were nervous but ended up being okay. 3.) Share what image you nervous feeling looked like. 4.) Ask your child what their nervous feeling looks like. For more bedtime connection tips, visit Wink on Youtube, Instagram or Facebook. @ wink-bedtime-stories or on our Substack - Parenting with Wink: Bedtime Stories and Beyond. https://winkbedtimestories.substack.com/publish/post/190425474?back=%2Fpublish%2Fposts%2Fdrafts Wink is a production of BYUradio and is always ad and interruption free. Storyteller and writer: Steffani Raff. Producers: Wendy Folsom, Sam Payne, Brian Tanner and Kay Hendrickson. Post Production by Trent Reimschussel, Kip Merrill, Gracie Davis, Gabriella Zuniga and Adam Wells. Social Media: Kay Hendrickson and Roman Russell.
- Aug 3, 202612 min
The Lonely Elephant - A Mindful Bedtime Story for Kids
Elephant woke up on a beautiful jungle day wishing he had a friend, but every animal he tried to greet got scared and ran away because he was so big. When a tiger jumped out to grab Pig, Elephant charged in to save him, and that’s when everyone finally saw that he wasn’t scary at all, just lonely and kind. By the time Elephant reached the watering hole, he had Pig beside him, monkeys on his back, mice on his tail, and more friends than he had ever dreamed of. Hey parents, here are 4 ways to build attachment as you listen to the story together: 1.) Listen to the jungle sounds with your child and whisper the answers. 2.) Gesture having a long elephant nose. 3.) Model the breathing technique for your child. 4.) Praise your child for making their body feel heavy like an elephant. For more bedtime connection tips, visit Wink on Youtube, Instagram or Facebook. @ wink-bedtime-stories or on our Substack - Parenting with Wink: Bedtime Stories and Beyond. https://winkbedtimestories.substack.com/publish/post/190425474?back=%2Fpublish%2Fposts%2Fdrafts Wink is a production of BYUradio and is always ad and interruption free. Storyteller and writer: Steffani Raff. Producers: Wendy Folsom, Sam Payne, Brian Tanner and Kay Hendrickson. Post Production by Trent Reimschussel, Kip Merrill, and Layla Bergstrom. Music by Trent Reimschussel. Social Media: Kay Hendrickson and Roman Russell.
- Jul 27, 202613 min
Cat and Mouse - A Mindful Bedtime Story for Kids
Cat and Mouse make a big batch of Snickerdoodley Cinnamon Sugary Yummy Yum Yum Cookies, but while Cat naps, Mouse keeps sneaking tiny nibbles… until there are none left. When Cat discovers the empty jar, Mouse feels small and shaky—but chooses to tell the truth and make things right. With a fresh batch of cookies, and a warm hug they remember that everyone makes mistakes—and friends can always try again. Hey parents, here are 4 ways to build attachment as you listen to the story together: 1.) Invite you child to smell cinnamon. 2.) Model the breathing exercise with your child. 3.) Actively listen to the cat purring with your child. 4.) Make Snickerdoodle cookies with your child (but not at bedtime). For more bedtime connection tips, visit Wink on Youtube, Instagram or Facebook. @ wink-bedtime-stories or on our Substack - Parenting with Wink: Bedtime Stories and Beyond. https://winkbedtimestories.substack.com/publish/post/190425474?back=%2Fpublish%2Fposts%2Fdrafts Wink is a production of BYUradio and is always ad and interruption free. Storyteller and writer: Steffani Raff. Producers: Wendy Folsom, Sam Payne, Brian Tanner and Kay Hendrickson. Post Production by Trent Reimschussel, Kip Merrill, and Gracie Davis. Social Media: Kay Hendrickson and Roman Russell.
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It's time to discover a better bedtime. A story, a mindful moment, and a chance to connect--all designed to calm busy minds and busy bodies. Join host Steffani Raff for a new story every Monday.
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