In a few simple steps, you can maximise your little one’s melatonin production
that mean he spends time looking up to the sky – encourage him to find shapes in the clouds or spot different birds to make it fun.Whilst it's not possible to establish a routine when your baby is a few weeks old, it is beneficial to start separating day and night activities.Take your baby outside at least once a day to see the light of day and to feel the fresh air on his skin.
‘When your baby wakes for a feed at night, dim the lights or use a side lamp to keep the room dark and if you have to speak, use hushed tones,’ says Child Sleep Work’s founder, Maryanne Taylor. ‘It’s also best to avoid changing your baby’s nappy unless necessary, and if you do so stick to the same rules - dim lights and little to no talking.’During the day, don’t worry about clattering around – carry on with your activities as your baby sleeps.
4. While a full routine shouldn’t be used yet, there’s nothing wrong with some consistent bedtime habits. ‘Although a baby can’t understand a routine, he’ll love predictability,’ Maryanne says. ‘Before he sleeps, change his clothes and maybe give him a bath to soothe him and show that the day’s activities are over and it’s time for the night to start.’
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