{"id":2215372,"date":"2024-10-07T16:17:55","date_gmt":"2024-10-07T23:17:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/tinybeans.com\/?p=2215372"},"modified":"2024-10-08T08:54:40","modified_gmt":"2024-10-08T15:54:40","slug":"newborn-care-specialists-baby-sleep-tips","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/tinybeans.com\/newborn-care-specialists-baby-sleep-tips\/","title":{"rendered":"7 Baby Sleep Secrets Straight from Night Nurses"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Even if you\u2019re warned before baby arrives that you&#8217;ll \u201cnever sleep again,\u201d <a href=\"https:\/\/tinybeans.com\/how-to-stay-awake-when-youre-tired\/\">the exhaustion<\/a> during the newborn stage is <em>so jarring<\/em>. Naturally, sleep becomes a new parent\u2019s ultimate white whale (sorry, Baby Beluga). In a perfect world, we\u2019d all have newborn care specialists\u2014you may know them as \u201cnight nurses\u201d\u2014to look after our infants from dusk \u2018til dawn, but since that\u2019s not often possible, we thought we\u2019d gather some of their expert advice for you. It\u2019s important to remember that everything in babydom is a phase and that this too shall pass, but in the meantime, there are things you can do to <a href=\"https:\/\/tinybeans.com\/baby-sleep-guide-what-to-expect\/\">set your little one up for sleep success<\/a>, from using verbal cues to following a solid daytime routine. Whether your baby is struggling to get to bed or has trouble staying asleep, there\u2019s plenty of wisdom to be found here.<\/p>\n<h2>1. Start with a proper daytime routine.<\/h2>\n<p>When you\u2019re focused on sleep, you might forget that your daytime habits also greatly impact everyone\u2019s ability to snooze. \u201cHaving a daytime routine, proper nutrition, and adequate activity are all key to helping your baby sleep well at night,\u201d says newborn care specialist <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.luxebabycare.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Marisa Rodriguez<\/a>. Any shifts during the day, like a late meal or a lack of stimulation, can all have a negative impact later on.<\/p>\n<p>This means balancing stimulation with rest throughout the day. \u201cContrary to popular belief, an overly tired baby does not sleep better at night,\u201d adds <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.goldcoastdoulas.com\/about-alyssa-veneklase\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Alyssa Veneklase<\/a>, a newborn care specialist and sleep consultant with Gold Coast Doulas. \u201cTo make sure they get the best sleep at night, it\u2019s necessary to make sure they get ample sleep during the day in the form of several naps. Depending on the baby\u2019s age, they may need <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.whattoexpect.com\/first-year\/child-sleep.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">one, two, or three naps<\/a> per day.\u201d<\/p>\n<h2>2. Get familiar with sleep and wake windows.<\/h2>\n<p>Another important factor is knowing roughly when your baby naturally wants to be asleep or awake. \u201cFamiliarizing yourself with infant sleep and wake windows will help you look for those sleepiness signs more successfully,\u201d says <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.goldcoastdoulas.com\/sarah-short\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Sarah Short<\/a>, newborn care specialist and postpartum doula with Gold Coast Doulas.<\/p>\n<p>Veneklase agrees, sharing that clients sometimes think they should keep their baby up later, despite reporting that they noticed their baby getting fussy around 6 p.m. \u201cThis is because by 6, their baby was actually getting tired and was ready for bed. Watching for those cues means that the baby is ready to eat, start a bedtime routine, and go to bed for the night, not just a nap,\u201d she says.<\/p>\n<p>Looking out for your baby\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/tinybeans.com\/baby-sleep-dos-and-donts\/\">physical sleep cues<\/a> (like slower feeding, a faraway stare, or losing interest in toys) will give you a better idea of when to get them ready for bed, reducing any sleep issues.<\/p>\n<h2>3. Use verbal cues to prep your baby for sleep.<\/h2>\n<p>One way to gently let your baby know bedtime is coming is by simply telling them. \u201cIf used consistently and at the appropriate time, (verbal cues) can be very effective,\u201d Rodriguez says. \u201cFor example, a verbal cue that I use consistently is \u2018Happy Nigh-Nigh,\u2019 or \u2018It\u2019s time for Nigh-Nigh.\u2019 It lets them know what\u2019s happening and that it\u2019s time for sleep in a gentle and encouraging way.\u201d For babies who are deaf or hard of hearing, consider <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.washington.edu\/news\/2019\/10\/15\/deaf-infants-more-attuned-to-parents-visual-cues-study-shows\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">visual cues<\/a> or ones that involve other senses.<\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Related: <a href=\"https:\/\/tinybeans.com\/baby-sleep-problems-solutions\/\">6 Baby Sleep Problems &amp; How to Solve Them<\/a><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<h2>4. Set up a proper and consistent bedtime routine.<\/h2>\n<p>\u201cHave a <a href=\"https:\/\/tinybeans.com\/baby\/bedtime-routine-sleep-schedule-for-babies\/\">consistent bedtime routine<\/a>. Babies thrive on routine,\u201d Rodriguez says. \u201cIt lets them know what to expect and is comforting.\u201d Indeed, <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC6587181\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">studies show<\/a> that bedtime routines are great for babies and children. Rodriguez recommends starting with a nice, relaxing bath. \u201cDoesn\u2019t have to be a sudsy lather each time, but a warm soak can also do the trick and is a nice distraction during the witching hour,\u201d she says.<\/p>\n<p>Veneklase also includes a full feed as part of her routine. Afterward, she suggests dimming the lights, turning on a sound machine, changing their diaper and\/or clothing if needed, and then enjoying some bonding time. \u201cYou can sing, read a book, or just cuddle in a rocking chair. As soon as you see your baby start to get drowsy, set them in the crib on their back,\u201d says Veneklase. The best part? \u201cIf you start this routine from very early on, your baby is much more likely to be able to fall asleep independently,\u201d she adds.<\/p>\n<h2>5. Experiment with a night light.<\/h2>\n<p>While studies show that <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC10315002\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">darkness is associated with better sleep<\/a> overall, every baby is different. <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mariapdoula.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Maria Pasquarelli<\/a>, a newborn care specialist and postpartum doula in Los Angeles, says she sometimes encounters a baby that needs just a wee bit of light. \u201cIf it&#8217;s completely dark, then it&#8217;s harder for [some babies to sleep], but if they can just have a tiny bit of light, it&#8217;s easier,\u201d says Pasquarelli. \u201c<a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sleepfoundation.org\/bedroom-environment\/what-color-light-helps-you-sleep#:~:text=Research%20has%20shown%20that%20exposure,morning%2C%20known%20as%20sleep%20inertia.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Red light<\/a> is good because it&#8217;s not as disruptive to our sleep cycles.\u201d<\/p>\n<h2>6. Play a little game of shut-eye.<\/h2>\n<p>When putting your baby down for bed, Pasquarelli recommends slowly shifting your eye contact away or even closing your eyes to communicate to your child that it\u2019s no longer time for play and connection, but rather for rest. \u201cThey have those <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4006187\/#:~:text=The%20mirror%20neuron%20mechanism%2C%20therefore,communicative%20signals%20and%20matching%20behaviours.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">mirror neurons<\/a> that are very active when they&#8217;re little. So usually if you make a face, they&#8217;ll make a face back at you. Or you close your eyes and usually they\u2019ll close their eyes.\u201d she says. Sometimes leaning into this by closing your eyes can help push your babe over the edge to sleep.<\/p>\n<p>Pasquarelli also recommends minimizing eye contact during late-night checks. \u201cIt sounds kind of weird and cruel, but it&#8217;s not,\u201d she says. \u201cYou&#8217;re not ignoring them, you&#8217;re tending to their needs. You&#8217;re just not having those deeper bonding moments that you can have during the day.\u201d Pasquarelli says eye contact is really stimulating for them, so it can wake them up even more. \u201cSo if you have to change their diaper or do a feeding, try to minimize eye contact,\u201d she says.<\/p>\n<h2>7. And finally, have developmentally appropriate expectations.<\/h2>\n<p>Yes, that mom at playgroup keeps boasting about her baby sleeping through the night while you\u2019re struggling through your infant\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/tinybeans.com\/sleep-regression-donts\/\">third sleep regression<\/a>. But that doesn\u2019t mean you have reason to despair. \u201cRemember, all babies are different,\u201d Short says. \u201cOftentimes babies will not sleep through the night until they have doubled their birth weight.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>While a lack of shut-eye may make you impatient (we\u2019ve been there!), odds are your baby will start sleeping better and for longer stretches soon enough. Try some of the tips we shared, and if you\u2019re still having trouble, you can always reach out to your child\u2019s pediatrician for more advice on what might work for your baby.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A handful of newborn care specialists share the best ways to set your little one up for good sleep. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":187728360,"featured_media":2215373,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paid_content":false,"footnotes":""},"tags":[],"city":[14331571,551419385],"ml_tag_age":[700852499],"ml_tag_interest":[700859845,700855664,700854137,700852960,700852672,700854427,700852925,700859612,700859785,700859730,700859541,700860703,700857398],"ml_tag_season":[700852481],"ml_tag_holiday":[700852449],"class_list":["post-2215372","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-ages-and-stages","category-baby-help","category-baby-sleep","category-sleeping","city-baby","city-national","ml_tag_age-adults","ml_tag_interest-bedtime-routine","ml_tag_interest-bonding-time","ml_tag_interest-expert-advice","ml_tag_interest-fall-asleep","ml_tag_interest-how-to","ml_tag_interest-late-night","ml_tag_interest-ready-to-eat","ml_tag_interest-rocking-chair","ml_tag_interest-sleep-cycles","ml_tag_interest-sleep-problems","ml_tag_interest-sleep-regression","ml_tag_interest-sound-machines","ml_tag_interest-witching-hour","ml_tag_season-fall","ml_tag_holiday-non-holiday"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v20.5 (Yoast SEO v22.0) - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>Newborn Care Specialists Share Their Baby Sleep Tips - Tinybeans<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"From not fearing a night light to focussing on your daytime routine, 4 night nurses share their secrets to setting baby up for solid sleep.\" \/>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/tinybeans.com\/newborn-care-specialists-baby-sleep-tips\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_US\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"7 Baby Sleep Secrets Straight from Night Nurses\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:description\" content=\"From not fearing a night light to focussing on your daytime routine, 4 night nurses share their secrets to setting baby up for solid sleep.\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:url\" content=\"https:\/\/tinybeans.com\/newborn-care-specialists-baby-sleep-tips\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:site_name\" content=\"Tinybeans\" \/>\n<meta property=\"article:publisher\" content=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/tinybeanskids\" \/>\n<meta property=\"article:published_time\" content=\"2024-10-07T23:17:55+00:00\" \/>\n<meta property=\"article:modified_time\" content=\"2024-10-08T15:54:40+00:00\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:image\" content=\"https:\/\/tinybeans.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/newborn-care-specialist-baby-sleep-tips.jpg\" \/>\n\t<meta property=\"og:image:width\" content=\"1200\" \/>\n\t<meta property=\"og:image:height\" content=\"675\" \/>\n\t<meta property=\"og:image:type\" content=\"image\/jpeg\" \/>\n<meta name=\"author\" content=\"Priscilla Blossom\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:card\" content=\"summary_large_image\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:creator\" content=\"@tinybeanskids\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:site\" content=\"@tinybeanskids\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:label1\" content=\"Written by\" \/>\n\t<meta name=\"twitter:data1\" content=\"Priscilla Blossom\" \/>\n\t<meta name=\"twitter:label2\" content=\"Est. reading time\" \/>\n\t<meta name=\"twitter:data2\" content=\"6 minutes\" \/>\n<script type=\"application\/ld+json\" class=\"yoast-schema-graph\">{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@graph\":[{\"@type\":\"Article\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/tinybeans.com\/newborn-care-specialists-baby-sleep-tips\/#article\",\"isPartOf\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/tinybeans.com\/newborn-care-specialists-baby-sleep-tips\/\"},\"author\":{\"name\":\"Priscilla Blossom\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/tinybeans.com\/#\/schema\/person\/98434ac8c89ea55b14205470fc80dd5a\"},\"headline\":\"7 Baby Sleep Secrets Straight from Night Nurses\",\"datePublished\":\"2024-10-07T23:17:55+00:00\",\"dateModified\":\"2024-10-08T15:54:40+00:00\",\"mainEntityOfPage\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/tinybeans.com\/newborn-care-specialists-baby-sleep-tips\/\"},\"wordCount\":1164,\"publisher\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/tinybeans.com\/#organization\"},\"articleSection\":[\"Ages &amp; 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