By:ZerotoThree
Baby Sleep Patterns: Just the Facts
Babies don’t begin showing a regular”day-waking, night-sleeping”pattern until about 4 months of age.This is why we recommend that you wait until your baby is at least 4 months old before you begin sleep training of any kind.
Talk to your child’s health care provider before starting sleep training. Always check with your health care provider before sleep training if your child has special health care needs.
Grown-Ups Need Sleep Too
Most new parents are tired. Parents who lack good sleep for weeks and months are more likely to report feeling stressed, anxious, or depressed. A lack of sleep can also make it harder to cope with everyday feelings and challenges,like soothing babies when they fuss.
To Cry, or Not To Cry (That Is the Question)
For babies, crying is a normal response to settling down at bedtime. There are many ways to help babies learn how to self-soothe and fall asleep. It’s up to parents to choose what sleep method works best for their babies and their families. Because babies learn through routines, it’s important that parents pick a method that they can use consistently, one that won’t wear them out.
