3 Common Baby Sleep Problems and How to Address Them
During the first year, your baby is likely to have sleeping problems every now and then. Some problems, like bad habits, can be phased out, while others, like sleep regression, can seem to persist no matter how you put your baby in the bedside bassinet . Here are some tips that will help both you and your baby get more sleep. Remember that your baby is likely to cry at first with any of these, as they adjust to the changes. Bassinet That Vibrates Sleeping During the Day, Staying Awake at Night It’s not uncommon for newborns to mix up night and day cycles. Their circadian rhythm hasn’t fully adjusted to being out of the womb, making them stay awake all night while sleeping during the day, which is likely the opposite of what you usually do. To help your baby correct their sleep cycles, start limiting daytime naps to about three hours. Take them outside so that they experience sunlight. When it’s time for bed, try to keep the room as dark as possible to reinforce that nighttime is for ...