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1x1 Healthy Sleep Support for Babies & Toddlers

  • Autorenbild: Franziska Bothe
    Franziska Bothe
  • 8. Mai
  • 2 Min. Lesezeit

1. Understand the natural sleep rhythm

  • Babies have shorter sleep cycles than adults.

  • Frequent waking phases at night are normal.

  • Sleep develops individually and changes with growth.


2. Create a safe sleep environment

  • Babies should sleep on their back in their own crib.

  • Avoid pillows, blankets, or stuffed animals in the crib.

  • A room temperature of 16–18°C is ideal for good sleep


3. Establish a loving bedtime routine

  • A consistent ritual helps babies adjust to sleep.

  • Calm activities like reading or gentle music promote relaxation.

  • Always put your baby to bed at the same time to develop a rhythm.

  • However, don’t try too hard to cling to a specific time. The baby should naturally be tired, and the bedtime routine can also remain relaxed and flexible. 


4. Consider your baby’s individual needs

  • Each baby has its own sleep needs – setting expectations from the experience of other families isn’t helpful.

  • Closeness and security promote relaxed sleep.

  • Sometimes, your baby may need more help falling asleep – this is completely normal.


5. Watch for the right sleep cues

  • Rubbing eyes, yawning, and restless behavior are signs of tiredness.

  • An overtired baby often has trouble falling asleep and wakes up more frequently.

  • Put your baby to sleep before they become overstimulated.


6. Support your baby in falling asleep independently

  • A calm and reliable sleep routine provides emotional security for your baby.

  • If your baby needs sleep aids like being carried or nursed, you can gently reduce them with time.

  • Pressure-free, loving sleep habits promote long-term good sleep practices and build long-term trust


7. Accept developmental leaps & sleep regressions

  • Phases with restless sleep are part of normal development.

  • Growth spurts, teething, or learning new skills can affect sleep.

  • These phases pass – patience and calmness are most helpful.


8. Be flexible & find your individual way

  • Sleep is not a rigid concept – find solutions that work for your family.

  • Some babies sleep better in the family bed, others in their own crib.

  • Trusting your child and being patient as you work through the strategies that we develop together is the key to restful nights.

 
 
 
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