

Even though we don’t recommend taking it into their sleep space with them yet (for safety reasons), you can use it during pre-sleep routines so your baby can start developing an attachment to it. Go ahead and introduce a comfort object (or “lovey”) at this age. Getting enough sleep remains an important part of a baby’s development. Ideally, we’ll see at least 10 hours of sleep at night and 3 - 5 naps a day, though there’s still a lot of variation at this age. The suggested hours can serve as a general guide, but it's also important to pay attention to your child's mood and energy levels. Keep in mind that the amount of sleep needed can differ among babies and there is a range of what is considered normal and healthy. Don’t fret - following the right schedule can improve sleep!Īt this age, most babies need about 15 hours of total sleep in a 24-hour period. your internal clock) for this change it’s undergoing a maturation process that results in additional sleep cycles for your baby, and that often translates to disrupted sleep. Between 3 and 4 months, you may notice some big differences in your baby’s sleep, like increased night waking and shorter naps.

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A firm sleep surface helps reduce the risk of SIDS and suffocation. However, soft surfaces can increase the risk of sleep-related death.

Some parents and caretakers might feel they should place their baby on a soft surface to help the be more comfortable while sleeping. Use a firm, flat (not at an angle or inclined) sleep surface, such as a mattress in a safety-approved crib covered only by a fitted sheet.Babies who sleep on their backs are much less likely to die of SIDS than babies who sleep on their sides or stomachs. Even if a baby spits up during sleep, babies’ anatomy and gag reflex help prevent them from choking while sleeping on their backs. Place your baby on his or her back for all sleep times-naps and at night.
