How Do You Get A Newborn To Sleep At Night?
One of the greatest trials facing a new parent is lack of sleep. Even though newborns sleep a majority of the time, they’re up every several hours to eat. And as your baby gets older, it’s possible he could be up for hours on end every night. But you can train your baby to sleep through the night, finally giving you the rest you need. Establish a routine. This routine shouldn’t be too long, but it should be long enough to signal that it’s almost time for bed. Most parents choose a bath and a book, and maybe even a bottle. Keep the routine consistent every night and your baby will get in the groove. Define night and day. It may be hard for you to understand, but your baby doesn’t know there’s a difference. During the day, open the blinds and keep the lights on. At night, keep the rooms dark and, if your baby does get up, be careful not to over stimulate your baby with playtime. Soon, he’ll learn that when it’s dark and quiet, it’s time to sleep. Set a consistent nap routine. Babies slee
