Baby Sleeping Pattern Tips & Tricks!

Here are some baby sleeping pattern tips & tricks we have found that help your babies sleeping pattern. It’s important to remember that every baby is different! For example; some babies sleep much more than others & some sleep for long periods whereas others in short bursts!

How to Establish a Bedtime For Your Baby…

In the first 6 months of your baby’s life, it is important that they should be in your room day and night to avoid the risk of SIDS (sudden infant death syndrome).

Generally, most babies are responsive and able to start a bedtime routine at around 6 to 8 weeks. Establishing this routine can make night-times easier and more straightforward, as your little one will get some indication that bedtime is approaching! Getting them into a relaxing bedtime routine can be a great opportunity to have 1-to-1 time with your baby.

This routine can consist of…

  • Giving your baby a bath before bed.
  • Putting your baby in clean night clothes and a fresh nappy.
  • Reading them a bedtime story.
  • Playing white noise.
  • Saying a bedtime phrase, e.g. ‘Night Night’.
  • Having cuddle time with your baby.
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How To Help Your Baby Sleep On A Night-Time...

To help your baby sleep at night, you may find it useful to..

  • Keep the lighting to a minimum: maybe invest in a nightlight so you aren’t relying on your main light.
  • Minimise talking or keep your volume low.
  • Feed and change your baby before bed.
  • Do not play with your baby before bed: overstimulation can cause excitement which will wake up your child.
  • Adjust the room temperature.
  • Put your baby to bed drowsy, but awake, this will help your baby associate their bed with the process of falling asleep.
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Sleepy Cues…

These sleepy cues, along with age appropriate awake windows, will help you know when your baby is ready for sleep!

Cues your baby is getting tired…

  • Blank stares.
  • Less engagement.
  • Becoming more quiet.
  • Head turning.
  • Eye rubbing.
  • Fussiness.
  • Ear pulling.
  • Arching of the back.

Dealing With Your Babies Sleeping Pattern Changing…

All babies change their sleep patterns. It’s important to be prepared as when your baby grows and they enter different stages of their life, things will change. Growth spurts, teething and illness can also have an affect on your babies sleeping pattern!

If your baby is having problems sleeping or you need more advice about getting into a routine, please don’t hesitate to speak to your health visitor.

Reasons Why A Baby Could Wake Up At Night…

  • Hunger.
  • Noisy surroundings.
  • Stomach ache or colic.
  • Too hot or too cold.
  • Uncomfortable surroundings.
  • Teething.
  • Their soother falling out.
  • Natural changes in behaviour.

Happiest Baby.com: https://www.happiestbaby.com/blogs/baby/your-baby-s-first-bedtime-routine

NHS Website: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/baby/caring-for-a-newborn/helping-your-baby-to-sleep/