Baby sleep routines that are suitable for their age might help your child receive the rest they require. To make sure your baby receives the appropriate amount of sleep as they develop, look into sleep routines for 2-month-olds, 3-month-olds, and beyond. Create a healthy sleep plan for a 4-month-old, a 5-month-old, or adjust it to your 6-month-old’s requirements. Be flexible as your child develops into a 7-month-old sleep routine and beyond to protect both your wellbeing and theirs.
Introduction
The Importance of Sleep for Babies
Cognitive Development
Learning is Enhanced by Quality Sleep:
Language Development:
Emotional Regulation
Physical Health
Sleep Quality Matters
The Role of Sleep for Parents
Understanding Baby Sleep Cycles
Baby Sleep Cycles vs. Adult Sleep
Stages of Sleep
Sleep Cycles
Effects on Training for Sleep
Establishing a Sleep-Friendly Space
Creating a Safe Sleep Environment
Basic knowledge about safe sleep
The importance of a firm mattress
Avoid loose bedding and toys
Maintain a comfortable temperature
Avoid smoking and drinking alcohol
Breastfeeding and pacifiers
Keep track of tummy time
Check in regularly
The 2-Month-Old Sleep Schedule
Feeding and Sleeping Patterns
Tips for getting your 2-month-old baby to sleep
The 3-Month-Old Sleep Schedule
Sleep Regression
Set a bedtime routine
The 4-Month-Old Sleep Schedule
Sleep Training Methods
- The Ferber Method: This method uses a step-by-step approach that gradually increases the time between checking your baby when you wake up during the night.
- The No-Tears Approach: Also called gentle sleep training, this approach involves minimizing crying and emphasizing soothing techniques to help your baby fall asleep.
May you manage to wake up at night
The 5-Month-Old Sleep Schedule
Transitioning to Longer Naps
Introducing Solids
The 6-Month-Old Sleep Schedule
Sleep Associations
Teething and Sleep
- Provide them with a clean, cool teether or washcloth to chew on.
- Gently massage your baby’s gums with clean fingers. Relieve pain with age-appropriate dental treatments recommended by your pediatrician.