Wink: Stories for Better Bedtimes

When Flossie the flamingo hatches under the moon, she decides she will fly there one day. She practices flying farther and farther—across a stream, a pond, a lake, and even through the night—but discovers she cannot reach the moon, no matter how hard she tries. Through deep breaths and reflection, Flossie learns that even if a dream changes, she is stronger because she tried.

Hey parents, here are 4 ways to build attachment as you listen to the story together:
1) Model standing like a flamingo in a slow relaxed yoga type of movement.
2) Model the wing flapping in a slow yoga type movement.
3) Model the deep breathing for your child.
4) Tap your own heart beat with your child.

For more bedtime connection tips, visit Wink on Youtube, Instagram or Facebook. @ wink-bedtime-stories and on Substack - Parenting with Wink: Bedtime Stories and Beyond

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 Taehyeon (Ted) Kim. Social Media: Kay Hendrickson

In this reimagined folktale from the Philippines a young boy eagerly goes to the market to buy ten coconuts for his mom and decides to run home to prove he can be fast. Each time he rushes, his cart crashes and the coconuts scatter, forcing him to gather and restack them again. By the time he finally arrives home just before sunset—tired but successful—he learns that hurrying an important job can actually slow you down.

Hey parents, here are 4 ways to build attachment as you listen to the story together:
1) Model slow, pushups against the wall or on the bed for your child.
2) Pretend to put 10 round coconuts on your child's chest for the breathing exercise.
3) Model the belly breathing for your child.
4) Say the mantras with your child.

For more bedtime connection tips, visit Wink on Youtube, Instagram or Facebook. @ wink-bedtime-stories AND Parenting with Wink: Bedtime and Beyond on Substack.

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 Taehyeon (Ted) Kim. Music by Taehyeon (Ted) Kim. Social Media: Kay Hendrickson

When Olive’s handmade birthday card disappears on the very day she needs it, young listeners follow her emotional journey from frustration to resilience. Perfect for a calming bedtime routine, this screen-free children’s podcast episode helps parents support emotional regulation, coping skills, and confidence at night.

Hey parents, here are 4 ways to build attachment as you listen to the story together:
1) Hold your fingers up like ten candles on a birthday cake, when your child blows fold one finger down for each blow.
2) Model breathing deeply for your child.
3) Pretend to draw in the air together when your child is imagining their feelings.
4) Give your child a hug after blowing out all 10 candles at once.

For more bedtime connection tips, visit Wink on Youtube, Instagram or Facebook. @ wink-bedtime-stories

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 Taehyeon (Ted) Kim. Social Media: Kay Hendrickson

Piggy’s Big Plan is a playful, sing-along bedtime story that helps children learn how to handle disappointment when plans fall apart. When a mud puddle disappears on a hot day, Piggy and her animal friends have to make a “Plan B”. Perfect for parents looking for calming, screen-free bedtime stories that model resilience, flexibility, and healthy coping skills for kids.

Hey parents, here are 4 ways to build attachment as you listen to the story together:
1) Whisper, "That's a mad cloud," and point to it like it's floating away.
2) Model the big belly breath for your child.
3) Use your fingers to show 1, 2, 3 with the breath.
4) During the dream and wish gently draw circles on your child's palm with your finger.

For more bedtime connection tips, visit Wink on Youtube, Instagram or Facebook. @ wink-bedtime-stories

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 Taehyeon (Ted) Kim. Music by Kim Merrill. Social Media: Kay Hendrickson

When Alex loses his mitten in the snow, a line of woodland animals discovers its cozy warmth! From hedgehog to bear, each squeezes in until one tiny mouse causes a big surprise. This charming retelling of The Mitten by Steffani Raff is a delightful winter story and mindful moment is full of humor, warmth, and a gentle lesson about personal space.

Hey parents, here are 4 ways to build attachment as you listen to the story together:
1) Use gesture to create a personal bubble around yourself and your child.
2) Imagine the snow drifting down with your child - you can even point out imaginary snowflakes.
3) Model gently blowing those imaginary snowflakes.
4) Breathe into your hands to show your child how to warm them up with big belly breaths.

For more bedtime connection tips, visit Wink on Youtube, Instagram or Facebook. @ wink-bedtime-stories

Wink is a production of BYUradio and is always ad and interruption free. Host: Steffani Raff. Producers: Wendy Folsom, Sam Payne, Brian Tanner and Kay Hendrickson. Post Production by Trent Reimschussel, Kip Merrill, Taehyeon (Ted) Kim, and DJ Cromarty. Music by Kip Merrill. Social Media: Kay Hendrickson