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6-month old sleep schedule

Everybody knows, whether or not they're a parent themselves, that a new baby won't sleep a lot during the first weeks. But, the biggest new-parent misconception is that once the baby passes the first weeks, sleep gradually but consistently improves.

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6-month old sleep schedule

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  1. 6-MONTH-OLD SLEEP SCHEDULES

  2. IN THISARTICLE: • 6-month old sleep needs • How to establish a sleep schedule • 6-month old sleep schedule example • 6-month old sleep regressions • Tips for getting baby on a sleep schedule • Printable schedule

  3. 6-MONTH OLD BABY SLEEP NEEDS Though it's important to bear in mind that all babies are different and won't necessarily line up with all the statistics you see, knowing what researchers have found out about the recommended amount of sleep can help you figure out healthy sleep habits for your little one.

  4. HOW TO ESTABLISH A SLEEP SCHEDULE FOR A 6-MONTH OLD Though it's important to bear in mind that all babies are different and won't necessarily line up with all the statistics you see, knowing what researchers have found out about the recommended amount of sleep can help you figure out healthy sleep habits for your little one.

  5. 6-month old sleep schedule Above we've provided a brief example of what your 6 month old's schedule could look like - of course, yours will probably look different to best suit your own baby's needs.

  6. 6-month old sleep regressions Unfortunately, no matter how well planned your schedule is, there's a chance that your plans will fall victim to the dreaded 6 month sleep regression! This usually comes about at the same time as developmental milestones such as growth spurts and starting teething, but can be for a range of reasons.

  7. Tips for getting 6-month old on a sleep schedule There's lots of ways of helping your 6 month old baby get used to a new sleep schedule - here are a few tips for helping your little one (and yourself) get some much needed sleep!

  8. 1 Keep a sense of consistency As we talked about earlier, consistency is key when you're wanting to introduce any kind of new routine or schedule to your child. Not only does this give them a sense of security and help strengthen your bond with them as their caregiver, but it also helps to create positive sleep associations that will allow them to fall asleep without being dependent on you. For example, if you always put your baby to bed at 7:30pm each night, they're more likely to feel drowsy and know that it's time to fall asleep from association.

  9. 2 Play when baby is awake As we talked about earlier, consistency is key when you're wanting to introduce any kind of new routine or schedule to your child. Not only does this give them a sense of security and help strengthen your bond with them as their caregiver, but it also helps to create positive sleep associations that will allow them to fall asleep without being dependent on you. For example, if you always put your baby to bed at 7:30pm each night, they're more likely to feel drowsy and know that it's time to fall asleep from association.

  10. 3 Follow the eat, wake, sleep cycle The eat wake sleep cycle works exactly how it sounds: you feed your baby as soon as they wake up, make sure they're awake for the whole feeding and for a little while after, then put them down for their next nap. This achieves two things - first, your baby is more likely to take a bigger feed if they're completely awake, and this means that they're also more likely to sleep through their next nap or through the night without getting hungry.

  11. 4 Nested Bean Zen Sack If you're following a new schedule and your baby is struggling to fall asleep when they're put to bed, you can try our Zen Sack! Gently weighted to mimic your soothing touch, this sleepwear can help your little one feel safe and secure as they fall asleep, and teach them to self soothe by keeping them calm even when they aren't laying in your arms.

  12. 5 Put baby to bed drowsy You wouldn't want to go to bed if you're feeling wide awake, and your baby is no different! By keeping an eye on sleep cues like yawning, stretching and shutting their eyes, you can figure out when your baby starts to feel drowsy throughout the day and use that as part of the basis for your sleep schedule. By doing this, you're helping them to fall asleep more quickly once they're in their crib, and also helping them learn to self soothe by giving them a higher chance of going to sleep independently of you.

  13. 6 Give baby time to settle down You can help a drowsy baby feel even more ready to sleep by practicing a soothing bedtime routine each night. This can include anything that you think will help your baby, from a quick bath to a bedtime story - whatever works for you. Having this extra time to help your baby settle down through a bedtime routine can go a long way in helping them stick to the overall sleep routine you've planned for them.

  14. 6 Start sleep training At six months old, you'll be able to start sleep training your little one if you haven't already. There are lots of different sleep training methods out there, from Cry It Out to Pick Up Put Down and many in between, so make sure to choose the one that best suits you and your family. Again, once you've settled on a method, make sure that you stay consistent with it to help your baby understand when they need to sleep.

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