A newborn baby turns your life around in every sense of the word. And it isn’t all fairytales and butterflies – becoming responsible for another human being comes with its fair share of stress and difficulties. And while you may feel guilty for having hard experiences and feeling anything that strays ever so slightly away from positive, you need to realise that this is normal. There is nothing wrong with being overwhelmed. There is nothing wrong with feeling the way you are feeling. There
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How Much Your 1-Month Old Baby Should Sleep
Newborn babies sleep a lot when they first come home. Your 1-month-old baby should sleep 16 hours or more per 24-hour period with usually 8-10 hours being at night and 6-8 hours during the day. The amount of nighttime and daytime sleep varies quite a bit baby to baby. Contrary to what many people think, newborn babies generally do not sleep in very long stretches at night until they are a bit older and will eat every 2-3 hours all day and night. Let's learn more about your 1-month-old
7 Sensory Activities for Newborn Babies
It hasn't been very long since your little bundle of joy arrived. Congratulations to you! However, it is true that the first month is no less than a bit of a haze for you. To take and understand the responsibilities of an ideal parent needs time. The entire routine of feeding, changing diapers, sleeping, etc. can be exhausting. Still, you must cope up with every change your newborn has brought in your life with a smiling face. C'mon! that's your baby and it's all worth it. Isn't it?
Newborn Sleep Schedules By Week
Newborns generally eat, poop, and sleep around the clock in the early days, but what does a newborn's sleep schedule typically look like? This post shares sample newborn sleep schedules by week. You can peruse all the schedules by scrolling down or use the quick links below. You may also want to bookmark this page for future use or get more comprehensive sample schedules and schedule guidance in our e-book, Essential Keys to Your Newborn's Sleep. Quick Links: 1 Week Old Schedule2
How to Swaddle a Baby + 5 Tips For Better Sleep
Swaddling your newborn can help keep your baby calm and content after he or she is born. But, how do you swaddle a baby and is there a step-by-step process to follow? Yes! This article will tell you how to swaddle a baby and give you 5 tips for better baby sleep. What is Swaddling? Swaddling is tightly wrapping your newborn baby in a blanket to give them a womb-like feeling. Some people say it's like wrapping them up like a burrito. But, how you swaddle a baby is important, otherwise
How Much Do Newborns Sleep? The Answer May Surprise You!
Most people will tell you that newborns virtually sleep all day and night, waking up to only pee, poop, and eat. But, that's not always the case! How much newborns sleep will depend on a variety of factors, mostly related to your baby's temperament. The average amount newborns sleep is 14-16 hours in a 24-hour period, broken into multiple sleep periods or naps. Of course, all babies are different and one important thing to always remember is that your baby may not be like those around
How Long Should Baby Sleep in Your Room?
According to the AAP, to reduce the risk of SIDS, parents should share a room with their baby for the first year. But, should you really share a room with your baby that long? Sharing a room with your baby certainly has its advantages. Let's review: Advantages of Sharing a Room With Your Baby Safety As I mentioned, it is considered safest to share a room with your baby, because it reduces the risk of SIDS. It enables you to act quickly if something is happening to your baby such as
3 Things To Do When Your Baby Won’t Sleep in the Bedside Bassinet
As many things as you can buy for your newborn baby before he or she is born, there's no guarantee you will be able to use any of them! A common issue that comes up is when your baby won't sleep in his or her brand new bedside bassinet! If you're even a little like me, you might be nervous about bed-sharing and rolling over onto the baby but feel that having your new baby in the crib in another room is too far away! A bedside bassinet is a perfect solution, but only if your baby actually
5 Tips to Using the Arm’s Reach Co-Sleeper Bassinet For Maximum Sleep
The Arm's Reach Co-Sleeper is a sleep space for your newborn baby that can be placed right next to (or attached to) a parent's bed. This can help you feel confident your baby is safe and make night feedings easier. But, does it work to help you and your baby get the best sleep? Use these 5 tips to maximize your baby's sleep while using this bedside bassinet. Choosing the Type of Sheets for your Arm's Reach Co-Sleeper Bassinet One thing you may want to do is sleep on your baby's Arm's