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How Long Do Newborns Sleep?

Last updated: January 31, 2025 by Nicole Johnson, B.A., M.B.A., Lead Pediatric Sleep Consultant

Most newborns sleep the majority of the day and night, waking only to eat and dirty their diapers. But, is your newborn getting enough sleep a day? What about at night? This post will cover newborn sleep patterns and how long newborns sleep at various times in the day. How Long Do Newborns Sleep a …

Nested Bean vs. Love To Dream Swaddle Up

Last updated: April 17, 2026 by Nicole Johnson, B.A., M.B.A., Lead Pediatric Sleep Consultant

Nested Bean vs Love to Dream Swaddle Up – Both are good products. But, is one better than the other? Which will help your baby sleep better?

Newborn Sleep Schedules by Week: What to Expect & How to Help Your Baby Sleep Better

Last updated: March 10, 2026 by Nicole Johnson, B.A., M.B.A., Lead Pediatric Sleep Consultant

Learn all about newborn sleep patterns, how much sleep to expect, and other tips to get baby sleeping!

The Truth About Twelve Hours’ Sleep by Twelve Weeks Old: 10 Important Cautions

Last updated: May 18, 2026 by Nicole Johnson, B.A., M.B.A., Lead Pediatric Sleep Consultant

12 Hours' Sleep by 12 Weeks? 10 Cautions from a Sleep Expert

Twelve Hours’ Sleep by Twelve Weeks Old is a book by Suzy Giordano and Lisa Abidin. This book lays out steps you can follow to help your baby sleep through the night by a young age (12 weeks for singletons, a bit older for multiples.) The book is a very quick read and very easy …

Is it Okay for Newborns to Sleep on Their Side?

Last updated: March 12, 2026 by Nicole Johnson, B.A., M.B.A., Lead Pediatric Sleep Consultant

Is It Okay For Newborns To Be Sleeping On Their Side?

To reduce the risk of SIDS, we should place babies on their backs to sleep, unless your baby’s doctor advises otherwise. But, what if your baby rolls to their side to sleep? Is it okay for newborns to be sleeping on their side? Yes, it is okay for newborns to be sleeping on their side …

Sleeping Through the Night – When Can You Expect It, and How to Help Your Baby Get There

Last updated: July 24, 2023 by Nicole Johnson, B.A., M.B.A., Lead Pediatric Sleep Consultant

When Can You Expect Your Baby to Sleep Through the Night

You finally get to hold your precious baby in your arms, your own little miracle and even if it’s your second, third, or sixth, there is nothing like it in the entire world. You spend the first few weeks bonding, but suddenly the exhaustion starts to take a toll and you wonder when you will …