Amazon Storytime has been a lifesaver for bedtime routines in our household. Both my kids love having their own Echo Dots in their bedrooms, each with different wake words. It’s such a comforting routine for them to wind down with a story before bed. However, I ran into an issue where only one device could play Storytime at a time. If one was already playing and the other tried to start, the first one would stop after just one story. This was a bit frustrating as it disrupted the flow for both kids.
After some research and trial and error, I found a solution that worked for us. I tried switching both devices to the 5 GHz channel on our router, which seemed to help with connectivity. I also restarted the Echo devices and reset the modem and router, which cleared up any temporary glitches. Additionally, I disabled and re-enabled the Amazon Storytime skill on both devices. While these steps didn’t completely eliminate the issue, they significantly reduced the frequency of the problem.
One thing I discovered was that timing played a role. If I staggered the start times by a few seconds, both devices could play without interrupting each other. It’s not a perfect solution, but it’s manageable and keeps the bedtime routine smooth for both kids. I’d love to hear if others have found a more seamless way to handle multiple devices with Storytime!
Overall, Amazon Storytime has been a wonderful addition to our home, and I’m grateful for the convenience it provides. It’s just a matter of tweaking the setup to make it work perfectly for our family. I hope this helps anyone else who’s dealing with a similar issue!