Once upon a time, bedtime in my house was a strictly enforced routine. It involved bath, book and then bed at 7pm on the dot – no negotiation. Heaven help anyone that tried to get in the way ...

The clock strikes 7 p.m. and with that, the start of our bedtime routine. It’s at this point that we drag the kids upstairs for baths, pajamas, teeth brushing and stories. Sounds simple right?

Dr. Dylan Petkus explains why not getting enough sleep is such a health risk and how to determine your ideal bedtime. Getty Images Is the perfect night of sleep something that’s only in your dreams?

John adds, “It’s a great encouragement for everybody to have a go at reading and try out those amazing stories. Our Bedtime Stories readers bring something magical to those stories using ...