Bedtime routine for your baby
by SAGIT NAVE on March 07, 2023
Most baby sleep experts agree that establishing a bedtime routine is important for helping your little one (and you!) get a good night’s sleep. A bedtime routine can help cue your baby’s brain and body that it’s time to wind down for the night and get some rest. The key to a successful bedtime routine is to make it short, sweet, and consistent. By starting your baby’s bedtime routine early on, you can help your baby learn to self-soothe and get to sleep on their own. Here’s a step-by-step guide to creating a bedtime routine for your baby: 1. Start with a bath: A warm bath can help your baby relax and get ready for bed. Add a few drops of lavender essential oil to the bathtub to create a calming atmosphere. 2. Get massaged: After their bath, give your baby a gentle massage with some unscented baby lotion. 3. Put on their PJs: Help your baby get into their coziest pair of pajamas. 4. Feed them: Make sure your baby is well-fed before bedtime. A 5. Read a book: Choose a bedtime story and snuggle up with your little one to read it. 6. Sing a lullaby: Serenade your baby with a soft and calming lullaby. 7. Rock them: Cradle your baby in your arms and rock them gently back and forth until they fall asleep. 8. Put them in their crib: Once your baby is asleep, carefully place them in their crib or bassinet. A bedtime routine can help your baby (and you!) get a good night’s sleep. following a routine will help your baby learn to self-soothe and get to sleep on their own.
