How much sleep does my baby need?

When your baby first comes home from the hospital, their irregular sleep patterns can be both challenging and exhausting. With little care for day or night, your new little bundle will probably wake often for feedings, diaper changes, or comfort. Be assured that this won’t last forever and by six months, 24 hours in the life of your baby will look very different.

Did you know? Waking up during the night doesn’t always mean your baby is hungry.

Scientists agree that good sleep is important for healthy growth, so follow our all-day guide to better sleep for baby.

Good sleep habits are important for the health and well-being of your baby. Learn how and when to start a bedtime routine with your baby.

Getting enough sleep during the first months of your baby's life means adjusting to your own new sleep habits and those of your baby.

Here are a few things that might help with getting baby to sleep and to help you get sleep:

By Dr. Dina Kulik, pediatrician

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This article includes contributions from Dr. Dina Kulik, pediatrician, and Charlotte Geroudet, GD.

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Ideas for fitting new and fun games into your baby’s routine. 

Baby’s first bath will be a new experience for both of you, so give yourself plenty of time to relax and enjoy it. In the beginning, you should give your baby a sponge bath twice a week or as needed, until the umbilical cord heals.

By Dr. Ted Jablonski, family physician

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Got a fussy baby? Infantile colic is characterized by intense, uncontrolled crying or fussing in an otherwise healthy and well-fed baby. About 20% of babies suffer from colic. Learn more about the possible signs of colic and how to soothe a baby with colic.

By Dr. Ted Jablonski, family physician

By Dr. Jeff Habert, family physician

Is your baby getting enough?