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<p><i>What is thrilling about <b>Sleep Experts</b> this very day?</i></p>Technology goes from on to off with the flip of a switch, but the brain is more like a dimmer switch, it takes a little while to shut down. In other words, it’s difficult for an infant to go straight from, say, playing with an exciting, bright, loud toy to peaceful slumber. Watching for their little signs of sleepiness, and act on them promptly take your baby out of the stimulating environment and put them down to sleep. Signs to look out for include: red eyes, glazed expression, yawning, hiccups/sneezing, blueness around the mouth (in newborns), rubbing eyes, turning away from stimulation. For some new parents, one of the toughest challenges is sleep or should I say, the lack-there of. It is important to recognise that every baby is different, especially when it comes to how often and how long they sleep for. When your little one wakes up crying, wait before offering the breast or bottle. He might doze off again or entertain himself (those toes are fun!) for a while. If he starts protesting a lot, try soothing him with a quiet song or gentle pat first. Overtired babies find it harder to fall asleep naturally but if you can put baby down while drowsy she’s more likely to sleep for longer stretches during the night. Travelling can actually help baby to sleep better. A change of scene can help break bad sleeping habits. Extra time outdoors, doing new things with mum, dad and family can make babies feel more tired than usual so they sleep more easily. <br /><br ><br /><br />Some babies do just fine getting placed in the cot. Other newborns might need help with the transition. In that case, start small. Use naptimes to get your baby used to their new sleep space and gradually add in additional naps or bed-time. As always follow the same nap-time and bedtime routine and always lay your baby on their back. Would you go back to sleep if you found yourself on the floor instead of in your bed waking up in the middle of the night? Probably not. The same thing goes for a baby. Your baby’s circadian rhythm develops between 6 weeks-3 months old. This is your baby’s “body clock” and it’s what causes him to sleep more at night and less during the day. Much of this development is pre-programmed, but there are certainly things you can do now to encourage your baby to consolidate his night sleep. Especially if your 1-2 month old is awake for hours in the night. Consistency is key, and the safest place for your baby to sleep is on her back in a cot. But many babies under 6 months don’t nap best there, so don’t beat yourself up if she falls asleep on your chest or in a carrier or a car seat (as long as you are alert and watching her), or if you wind up pushing a stroller around the block for 40 minutes so she’ll get some shut-eye. There are multiple approaches to gentle sleep training and a sleep expert will help you choose one that is right for you and your family.<br /><br /><h2>The Early Days</h2>Always talk with your baby’s healthcare provider before raising the head of the crib if your baby has been diagnosed with gastroesophageal reflux. You may feel ready to introduce a bedtime routine when your baby is around 3 months old. Getting them into a simple, soothing bedtime routine can be a great opportunity to have 1-to-1 time with your baby. The routine could consist of changing into night clothes and a fresh nappy, putting them to bed and dimming the lights in the room to create a calm atmosphere. Regularity is an essential ingredient of a soothing bedtime routine. Consistency breeds comfort, which helps lull your baby into a peaceful sleep. Waking your baby – after you ease her into bed – sounds nuts, but the wake-and-sleep technique will bring you many hours of added slumber by preventing sleep problems before they develop. We appreciate how difficult it can be to keep your baby’s room between the ideal 16-20⁰C in the warmer months, knowing that overheating can pose a risk. If the room where the baby sleeps is difficult to cool, follow the ‘summer rules’ of lighter bedding and clothing and open the bedroom door and a window, if it is safe to do so. A sleep expert will be with you every step of the way, guiding you on how best to find a solution to your sleep concerns, whether its sleep training or one of an untold number of other things.<br /><br />In the overwhelming majority of cases, it will be impossible for newborns to keep from developing a dependence on whatever form of assistance they need in order to fall asleep; likewise, nearly all babies will need to break that dependence at some point, which is when we begin sleep training. Your baby will likely set (at least part) of his own sleep schedule: He might be an early riser and like to eat as soon as he wakes up, or he may like to sleep in and eat later in the morning. Either one is perfectly fine — babies vary as to how much sleep they need, and when they need it. By three or four months, most babies’ brains are mature enough to sleep for at least a six-hour stretch without needing to be fed. But if you insist that sleeping through the night means snoozing from 10 P.M. to 6 A.M., you’ll need all the routines I describe in the next two chapters. Without that help, up to 30 percent of infants still can’t sleep eight hours straight by their first birthday. One of the biggest challenges of being a new parent is the serious lack of sleep. New parents don’t get uninterrupted sleep for up to six years after baby is born. Odds are, in the first few years of baby’s life, they likely don’t even remember what it’s like to sleep a full night without a hazy trip to the nursery. If your baby just won’t settle down on her back, talk to your pediatrician, who may want to check for any possible physical explanations. Much more likely is that your baby just doesn’t feel as secure on her back. If that’s the case, there are a few tricks you can try to encourage back-sleeping, including swaddling your baby and giving her a pacifier at bedtime. Just skip the sleep positioner, and stick with a consistent routine. Eventually, your baby will get used to sleeping on her back. Whether its something specific like sleep regression or really anything baby sleep related, a baby sleep consultant can guide you to find a sleep solution as individual as your baby is.<br /><br /><h2>Laying On Of Hands</h2>Wake your child at the same time every day, and keep bedtimes consistent, too. While newborns go to bed notoriously late, an older baby’s ideal bedtime is probably earlier than you think; no later than 7 p.m. for babies age four months to two years, while 7:30 p.m. is the sweet spot for most kids. For the first 6 months the safest place for your baby to sleep is in a cot, crib or moses basket in your room beside your bed and in the same room as you, for all sleeps. You’ll also be close by if they need a feed or cuddle. One common mistake parents make is not ensuring that they have their child’s bedroom ready before sleep training begins. Implementing these simple recommendations can even aid in achieving better-quality sleep from birth. While they aren’t a magic bullet to solve night wakings and short naps, having a sleep-conducive environment will ensure that once your child does learn to fall asleep unassisted, their sleep will last longer and be of better, more restorative quality. Some parents find it helps to place their baby sleepy, but awake, in their cot or Moses basket. But there is no evidence to back this up. Some babies learn how to fall back asleep on their own, while others may need some nudging with the help of sleep training. This could happen at any age past 4 months. There are many different sleep training methods, but parents should refrain from picking baby up to soothe them and then putting them back to bed. For ferber method guidance it may be useful to enlist the services of a sleep consultant.<br /><br />Cars and buggy’s are fine for your baby to nap sometimes but like the swing chair/bouncer, if this is the only place your baby will nap, your little one has probably become reliant on the motion of the car or buggy in order to go to sleep. Put your baby to bed when they’re drowsy, not asleep. This is a tall order, but master the timing and both you and your baby will rest easier. Babies who drift off on their own are more likely to learn to soothe themselves to sleep. Some families incorporate things, like lowering curtains, singing the same song, or playing white noise into their bedtime routines. It can be something obvious that helps trigger in your little one that it is sleep time. Find what works for you and your family. If your baby is showing signs of teething during the day — such as drooling, biting, feeding fussiness and irritability — teething pain may also be waking her up at night. Keep in mind that teething-related sleep issues can begin almost any time during the first year: Some babies get their first tooth by the time they’re 6 months old with teething pain starting as early as 3 or 4 months, while others are toothless until their first birthday. If your baby is poorly or has reflux, you should still make sure that they sleep flat on their back. Do not raise the head of their cot. Ask your GP or health visitor for more advice if this is something that happens to your baby. Having a baby is a steep learning curve and aspects such as 4 month sleep regression come along and shake things up just when you’re not expecting them.<br /><br /><h2>Helping Your Infant Get To Sleep</h2>If you haven’t already started a bedtime routine now is a good time to begin. This routine should include a bath as this helps to prepare the body for sleep. Keep bath-time short and don’t be tempted to indulge in noisy splashing games as this will only help to stimulate your baby. Often times, sleep training techniques overlap and parents combine methods, which is perfectly fine. It’s all about finding what works best for you as a parent and how your infant responds. Resist the urge to change your baby every time they wake up – they don’t always need it, and you’ll just jostle them awake. Instead, put your baby in a high-quality nighttime nappy at bedtime, and apply nappy-rash cream as a preventative measure. You can find supplementary info appertaining to Sleep Experts on this Wikipedia article.<br /><br /><h2>Related Articles:</h2>What Are Sleep Consultants And Why Is This Matter Invaluable To You?<br />Easy Misjudgements People Make About Baby Sleep Consultancies <br />Now Is The Time For You To Know The Truth About Baby Sleep Specialists<br />

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