Monday 5 January 2009

5 simple ideas to help you solve your baby sleep problems.

The key to both you and your baby getting a good nights sleep is a simple bedtime routine. If your baby knows what to expect and when to expect it, then they will be more relaxed, which will help them to fall asleep quickly and easily. What ever you choose to include in your bedtime routine, it is impotant that the routine end in babys room , and that your babys room be a comfortable, pleasant environment. Make bedtime a pleasurable time with lots of cuddles and kisses and your baby will be sure to enjoy bedtime, and will learn to fall asleep with out any fuss. Try encorporating some of the following ideas into your babies bedtime routine.

Bath time. This is one of the most popular parts of the bed time routine. sitting in warm water can be a calming and soothing experience for your baby helping to gently ease them in to bedtime.

Release pent up energy. Allow baby to have a kick about or any other activity that allows them to use up there energy before bedtime, but be sure to follow it up with calm time.

Singing. Singing your babies favourtie lullaby or playing a cd before bedtime can help to calm your baby and help them recognise that it is bedtime.

Reading. Reading bedtime stories is another favourite part of the bedtime routine, not only will baby love hearing your voice but you are encouraging your babys language skills.

Getting ready for bed. This can include putting on pyjamas, washing baby's face, changing baby's nappy and brushing teeth or gums.

Which ever ideas you choose to include in your bedtime routine ensure you stick to it and before long you will banish your baby sleep problems.


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