Getting baby to sleep through the night results in better for sleep for everyone in the house. So true, but not always so simple. Here are a few tips to keep in mind.

• Dark Room – Helps the baby learn its circadian rhythm since they are not born with this.
• No Mobiles Over Crib – A mobile over the crib is too stimulating. We want them to learn this is their sleeping room. Mobiles are great over a changing table.
• White Noise Machine – This is not habit forming and it helps soothe them.
• Swaddles – Babies love to be swaddled! If done correctly they feel safe and snuggled.
• Small Fan – Studies have shown that a small rotating fan can reduce the risk of SIDS by creating continuous moving air so the room does not get stuffy.
• Sickness – Any time the baby is sick it trumps all the sleep training you are doing.

Getting babies sleeping through the night is very challenging. It can be done in gentle, “non-cry it out” methods. I would be happy to talk to you further and help guide you. Good optimal sleep is so important for parents and their baby. Need help? Contact me.