Christmas Countdown: How to Keep the Magic Alive Every Night
When Christmas time rolls around here in Australia, it’s more than just decking the halls and swapping out the winter woollies for swimmers. It’s a season full of joy, family, and making new memories under the bright summer sun. This year, we want to help you create a Christmas countdown filled with nightly traditions. So that you have your little ones falling asleep with excitement (and a little bit of magic, too!) each night.
Whether it’s turning bedtime into a cosy ritual or adding a sprinkle of holiday cheer before they drift off, here are 7 ideas to keep the Christmas spirit alive every night until the big day.
1. Start a Bedtime Story Advent Calendar 📚
Why not kick off your Christmas countdown with a bedtime story advent calendar? Instead of chocolates or lollies, pick out 24 festive books (or use your family’s favourites) and wrap each one. Let your child unwrap one every night before bedtime for a cosy storytime ritual.
Here are our top storytelling tips
To make it even more magical, dim the room lights and switch on a Duski Dream Guardian. This soft, squishy night light has the Bluetooth speaker function that can play stories! It's gentle glow sets the perfect mood for storytelling while helping your little one relax and get ready for sleep.
2. Create “Santa’s Path” with Duski Dream Lights 🌈
Waiting for Santa is the most exciting part of Christmas for kids. Add a bit more magic by creating “Santa’s path” using our Duski Dream Lights. Change the light colour each night maybe green for elves or red for Rudolph. It’s a fun way to guide Santa right to your child's window and builds up the excitement as Christmas gets closer.
3. Play Calming Christmas Tunes 🎵
Music can make bedtime feel extra special, especially during the holidays. Use the Duski Dream Guardians to play soft Christmas tunes, lullabies, or even some peaceful nature sounds with a holiday twist. These lights double as Bluetooth speakers, so you can stream your child's favourite songs or bedtime stories.
The gentle glow and soft music create a calming atmosphere, perfect for helping your little one drift off to sleep with visions of Christmas magic.
4. Christmas-Themed Bedtime Meditation 🧘
In the busy lead-up to Christmas, everyone can benefit from a moment to unwind, especially the kids. Try a short, guided bedtime meditation focused on holiday themes. Imagine taking a ride in Santa’s sleigh or visualise a cosy Christmas cabin surrounded by twinkling lights.
Set your Duski Dream Light or Guardian to a calming colour, and let your child relax as they prepare for a peaceful night’s sleep. It’s a beautiful way to end the day, leaving them with magical dreams.
Here are some top meditation tips for young children.
5. Countdown with Surprise Notes ✉️
Who doesn't love notes? My children and I love writing notes and posting on cupboards, under the pillows and even on the windows! This is what I did last night and was super fun. I'm planning on doing this down till Christmas 🎄
Each night, tuck a little note under your child's pillow with a fun Christmas-themed challenge, like “wear your Santa hat to dinner” or “draw a picture of your favourite Christmas character.” It’s a simple way to create daily excitement and keep the festive spirit alive.
6. Evening Family Gratitude Circle 🫶
The holidays are a perfect time to practice gratitude. Gather as a family before bedtime and have each person share one thing they’re grateful for. This simple tradition can help kids appreciate the season beyond presents and sweets.
Create a cosy atmosphere with one of our Duski lights set to a warm amber hue. It’s a lovely way to end the day and focus on what truly matters.
7. Christmas Eve Glow with Personalised Night Lights 🎄
Christmas Eve is when the magic truly comes to life. As your little ones get ready for Santa, set up a personalised My Night Light with their name on it. Let them fall asleep under its soft glow, knowing that Santa will find his way to their room.
This simple touch brings extra joy on the most magical night of the year, leaving your children with memories they’ll treasure.
Gift Ideas for a Magical Christmas 🎁
After keeping the Christmas magic alive every night, why not wrap up the season with some thoughtful gifts? Here are a few ideas:
Duski Dream Lights: These versatile lights add fun and comfort to bedtime with colour-changing options and a timer for a peaceful night’s sleep.
Duski Dream Guardians: A perfect gift that combines a night light with a Bluetooth speaker. It's ideal for playing bedtime stories, calming music, or holiday tunes to help your little one wind down. These Guardians come with their own set of audiobooks (with 10 chapters)
Personalised Night Lights: Add a touch of personalisation with your child's name. It’s a gift that’s both practical and magical, perfect for making bedtime extra special.
Duski Sleep Spray: For those nights when excitement is running high, our soothing sleep spray, with a gentle lavender scent, can help your little ones settle down. A few spritzes on their pillow creates a calm, relaxing atmosphere for a restful sleep.
With these small touches, you can create a holiday season filled with joy, comfort, and memories to last a lifetime.
From all of us at My Night Light, we wish you a magical Christmas season full of love, laughter, and cherished moments. Thank you for being part of our family and supporting us throughout the years.
Stay safe, stay bright, and Merry Christmas! 🎄🌟
Philippa & the My Night Light team xx