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Unlike other strategies, the sleep wave never allows babies to become anxious or abandoned. Instead, they stay in a state of protest until they realize they can fall asleep (or back asleep) without assistance.
Teaching your baby to sleep well begins early. During the first four months of life, an infant can learn to self-soothe and fall asleep without a caregiver’s help (see previous post “sleep as easy as 1,2,3,4”). Once they have acquired this ability, it is another challenge to convince him to use it. In my [...]
Creating a good sleeper is not about following a prescribed sleep strategy. Whether it is a wave, a fade, or an extinction model, consistency is the secret to success.
Sleep strategies are based on the idea that parents can create a consistent environment so their infant can learn a new skill set. You always want to remain curious & be willing to adjust your strategy as your baby’s needs change.
Learn about the changes in your baby's sleep patterns from infancy to 4 months of age. Discover tips for developing a bedtime routine and self-soothing skills.
Dr. Natalie Barnett recently joined several Premier Pediatric parents to discuss sleeping habits. Below are a few simple, but powerful themes discussed.