3 - 6 Months

Sleeping like a baby. Top tips for a sound baby sleep routine.

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Babies’ sleep routines can vary enormously. Working it all out must be the number one baby conundrum keeping parents awake. Here are some tips to help you set up a healthy bedtime routine for your little one.

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ry to read and respond to signs your baby’s tired like yawning, rubbing their eyes, flicking their ear or crying and whining.

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Try to show your baby the difference between day (active, light, noise, excitement) and night (calm, dark, quiet) so they can recognise the cues for bedtime.

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Try giving baby a warm bath followed by a gentle massage.

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Change them into sleep clothes and a fresh nappy.

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Read a bedtime story and maybe sing a lullaby.

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Saying good night to everyone (including teddy) and giving them a kiss goodnight

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Say the same night-night phrase as you put them down to establish a familiar sleep cue.

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Aim for a calm, quiet half hour before you start your baby’s sleep routine and include a feed if possible, hungry babies don’t sleep well.

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Remember the heart of a good routine is consistency, not perfection. You’ll get there!

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