Your Newborn Baby Sleep Kit:
Help with Common Newborn Sleep Problems

Your newborn sleep kit: common newborn sleep problems, newborn sleeping tips, finding a baby sleep schedule, newborn baby care products ... and how to get enough sleep for yourself!

When it comes to sleep, doing things right from Day 1 makes all the difference. It means better sleep right now and in the months and years to come.

My Complete Newborn Sleep Guide gives you the full set of tools to get it right: no-nonsense, no-tears but doable, effective sleep techniques for lasting results.

For you: good sleep right after pregnancy

You've just given birth and are ready for a good rest ... but your baby just might not allow you as much sleep as you need.

Feeding, changing, putting to bed, hoping she'll sleep, arranging the baby shower, looking after an older brother or sister, shopping, working, ... even if your baby sleeps a lot in those first weeks, it can still be difficult for you to rest and sleep well.

Or to find the energy to do all the things you want during the day.

My best advice: take your time. Enjoy these precious first weeks with your baby. Chores and social have-to's should come second for a while.

Rest, relax and sleep when you can. Simple relaxation techniques such as belly breathing & body scan can help you relax.

Sleeping when baby naps is a good idea but many mums don't like this idea or just can't. But you do not hAve to sleep in order to rest:

Whenever you can, squeeze in some 'free' time, like during baby's naps, just do something you enjoy: listen to music, take a bath, do yoga, dance, play with your older child, read a book, ... anything you enjoy can refresh your energy.

A relaxed and positive attitude towards sleep will also be very powerful when it comes to dealing with your child's sleep.

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Newborn sleep essentials

Newborn sleep patterns are nowhere near our own sleep patterns. Even the difference between day and night is part of newborn development and it usually takes about 12 weeks before it actually sets in.

Helping your newborn baby get a feel of this day and night rhythm will actually be your main 'task' right now when working on an early newborn baby sleep schedule.

When putting baby to sleep, remember to always put her on her back, thE recommended safe baby sleeping position.

I've gathered the most essential newborn sleeping tips and newborn crying tips to help you take a safe and restful start.

Jaundice in newborns is a very common yellow skin coloring that is usually harmless but may need treatment.

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Common newborn sleep problems

The most typical newborn sleep problems are waking up frequently at night and sleeping for very short stretches (30-60 minutes):

• The waking up frequently at night is not really a sleep problem: healthy newborn development simply requires regular feedings, day and night. A cosleeper arrangement can help you get the most sleep in spite of these frequent feedings.
  

• Only sleeping for a maximum of 30-60 minutes can be difficult for both baby and yourself. It has to do with baby's short sleep cycle. Read the Q & A topics below for tips to improve this.

• Newborn acid reflux can keep your baby from sleeping well but is not necessarily serious. Simple good habits can prevent most discomfort.

• All newborns have breathing pauses during sleep (up to 15-20 seconds) which are normal. When the pauses are longer, the may mean central sleep apnea. Sleep apnea in infants is a potentially life threatening condition that needs medical attention.

Don't hesitate to Ask your own question if you would like personal advice with any newborn sleep probems you may have.

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Your newborn baby checklist

For your tiny baby, crib safety and SIDS precautions are absolutely crucial when it comes to putting her to sleep.

This newborn baby checklist is very simple and has the basics you'll want to have:

• A crib or co sleeping arrangement (check my cosleepers guide for guidance)
• A dim night light
• A musical mobile
• A wearable blanket
• Light, well-fitting pajamas
• A monitor: either a classical baby sound monitor or a good baby video monitor

And of course my personal top newborn sleep accessory: a baby carrier. A safe one, like the Hug A Bub wrap sling, lets you carry baby for the very first day, even if she's premature.

Your baby feels absolutely secure and will sleep peacefully when you go for a walk. Or you can use it around the house to settle and soothe her - hands free. Check the Baby Sling Trick page for more ideas.


My Complete Newborn Sleep Guide is the all-in-one manual to teach your new baby the right sleeping skills now, when it matters most. It gives you a huge step ahead to solve typical newborn sleep problems (not in the least by avoiding them!).
 

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