Archive for December, 2008

Newborn Light Sleepers

Author: KatiesWorld, 12 31st, 2008

Quite possibly the most renowned light sleepers are newborn babies, liable to wake up at the slightest sound, softest light, or even a gentle touch.  To save parents a lot of headache, it’s important to keep your newborn as comfortable as possible while they’re resting.  They will no doubt wake up at some point, but with proper care, you might be able to get a few more minutes of sleep at night!  To help your newborn sleep for an extended period of time, you might consider a bed canopy to keep out light and filter some of the sound.  You’ll also want to make sure your infant is warm enough, but not too warm, lest it will cause them to wake up unexpectedly.  It’s also important to keep your baby’s crib in a room that is far away from foot traffic if possible.  Remember too, you can always use a baby monitor to keep an ear on them while you’re around the house. 

With proper preparation, your baby is much more likely to sleep soundly at night, and you can hopefully sleep a little more soundly yourself!

Getting Your Newborn to Sleep

Author: KatiesWorld, 12 31st, 2008

Babies are notoriously fussy, and it can often be a challenge to get them to sleep for a nap or during the nighttime hours.  To help your baby to get to sleep faster and also sleep for longer periods of time, there are a number of practices that you can institute.  For example, babies are naturally attracted to their mother’s voice and warmth, and will be calmed by their mere presence.  You might also consider a wood rocker baby cradle; the soothing motion will help calm fussy babies, and ensure that they fall asleep in their cradle instead of in your arms; waking them up after they fall asleep is the worst!  You can also provide your baby a glass of warm milk which will help them to rest peacefully.

Whatever you do be sure to talk to your baby while you’re doing it, your voice will relieve them and ensure that they get to sleep faster.