Babies and Sleeping

Sleeping patterns change as babies grow.

For information on sleeping habits from the first weeks of life right through to early childhood follow the links below.

Reviewed February 2011

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Title:   Sleep - birth to 3 months
Publisher:   Child and Youth Health - CYH (South Australia)
Description:   In the first few weeks after birth, babies sleep much of the day and night. Most wake two or three times during the night for feeds. Babies have shorter sleep cycles than adults and wake or stir about every 40 minutes.
Date:   Dec 2011
Title:   Sleep and your baby
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Sleep is a big challenge for parents of a new baby. Sleeping habits are learned, so try to set up a predictable bedtime routine for your baby. Always put your baby to sleep on their back and try to get your baby to nap at the same times each day.
Date:   Sep 2011
Title:   Safe sleep for babies and toddlers
Publisher:   Child and Youth Health - CYH (South Australia)
Description:   There are many different kinds of cots and bedding on the market for babies. Babies don't care about how smart their beds look but what is important is that they are safe.
Date:   Sep 2011
Title:   Cots
Publisher:   Child and Youth Health - CYH (South Australia)
Description:   Many parents put their babies and young children into a cot for sleep because this is what is normal in their culture, but there are two main advantages of cots.
Date:   Sep 2011
Title:   Sleep - 3 to 6 months
Publisher:   Child and Youth Health - CYH (South Australia)
Description:   Babies vary a lot in the amount of sleep they need. At 3 to 6 months some babies have two or three longish sleeps during the day, while others just have short naps.
Date:   Sep 2011
Title:   Child safety - hot weather
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Hot weather can be dangerous for babies and young children. They can quickly lose body fluids through perspiration which leads to dehydration. Children need to drink regularly, wear light clothing and be kept cool. Never leave a baby or child in a car, even in cool weather.
Date:   Jun 2011
Title:   Child and baby sleep and sleep cycles
Publisher:   Raising Children Network (RCN)
Description:   General information about sleep: how sleep promotes good health, growth and development; how newborns, babies and children sleep; stages of sleep; sleep cycles.
Date:   Apr 2011
Title:   Breastfeeding a sleepy or unsettled baby
Publisher:   Queensland Health
Description:   This factsheet provides information for breastfeeding mothers about the common concern of trying to feed a sleepy or unsettled baby.
Date:   Jan 2011
Title:   Patting settling technique for babies sleep
Publisher:   Raising Children Network (RCN)
Description:   A guide to using rhythmic patting to help your baby get to sleep, including tips on how to settle newborns by using patting as a settling technique.
Date:   Oct 2010
Title:   New baby sleep schedule information & tips
Publisher:   Raising Children Network (RCN)
Description:   An in-a-nutshell guide to newborn sleeping provides details on the different sleep options for newborns - bed sharing and independent sleeping - and how to help prevent sleep problems in newborns.
Date:   Oct 2010
Title:   Sleep - 6 months to 3 years
Publisher:   Child and Youth Health - CYH (South Australia)
Description:   By 6 months of age, babies are having most of their sleep at night, but they still need day sleeps.
Date:   Sep 2010
Title:   Wrapping babies
Publisher:   Child and Youth Health - CYH (South Australia)
Description:   Wrapping can help babies to develop a more settled sleep pattern. Wrapping helps to prevent random arm movements which can disturb a baby's sleep. Not all parents find wrapping helpful.
Date:   Aug 2010
Title:   Phasing out night feeds
Publisher:   Raising Children Network (RCN)
Description:   Tips to assist with phasing out night feeds and gradually consolidating the baby's sleep during the night.
Date:   Jul 2010
Title:   Calling out and getting out of bed
Publisher:   Raising Children Network (RCN)
Description:   Using strategies to help a toddler sleep through the night without calling out or getting out of bed; includes bedtime routine.
Date:   Jun 2010
Title:   Independent sleep guide for new born babies
Publisher:   Raising Children Network (RCN)
Description:   An explanation of independent sleep for babies and children, with strategies that parents can use to teach babies and children to go to sleep independently and settle themselves at night.
Date:   Jun 2010
Title:   Babies sleep: how to wrap your newborn baby
Publisher:   Raising Children Network (RCN)
Description:   A Parenting in Pictures guide that explains the benefits of wrapping babies and demonstrates one way to wrap a baby. Also includes information on wrapping and SIDS, and ensuring that baby does not overheat when wrapped.
Date:   Apr 2010
Title:   Recognising tired signs in babies & children
Publisher:   Raising Children Network (RCN)
Description:   A guide to children's tired signs, with information on how to spot tiredness in babies and toddlers. Includes tips on how to avoid your child becoming overstimulated, and how to help your child settle.
Date:   Apr 2010
Title:   Light and noise
Publisher:   Raising Children Network (RCN)
Description:   Tips for keeping consistent levels of noise and light in babies' bedrooms, to help babies sleep better.
Date:   Apr 2010
Title:   Baby sleep: in a nutshell
Publisher:   Raising Children Network (RCN)
Description:   An in-a-nutshell guide to sleep patterns and bedtime routines for babies aged 3-12 months. Also includes information on helping babies learn to settle and go to sleep by themselves.
Date:   Apr 2010
Title:   Letting go of the dummy
Publisher:   Raising Children Network (RCN)
Description:   Many children stop using a dummy by themselves; suggestions for parents who want to help their child to stop, including when to do it, talking about it, restricting use, and rewarding success; more ideas on how to persevere despite discomfort and protest.
Date:   Feb 2010

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