Understanding Baby Sleeping Patterns

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Babies = aliens. Gasp! What a shocking thing to say about the a miracle of life but as far as baby sleep patterns are concern, they do seem out of this world. They can go from jumping, hyperactive hooligans to lethargic, dozy tots in a second. So here are some secrets into baby sleeping patterns.

The first couple weeks after you bring home your newborn will be hectic but truly satisfying. Your baby will no doubt be trying to adjust to a whole new world. Therefore, sleeping patterns will be upside-down. During this time, you'll no doubt be losing a lot of sleep, something your baby definitely won't worry about. He or she will sleep at least 18 hours a day, usually in quick naps.

After the first couple weeks, things should become smoother and ease into a routine. Yet during the initial few months, your baby will still be adjusting to a regular sleeping pattern. Don't be alarmed if you're up one night at 2 AM but not the next. Fast forward a few more months and your baby should settle into a wonderful sleeping routine. At night, he or she will probably sleep for 4 to 6 hours, wake up hungry and crying for a diaper change, and then doze off soon after.

Beginning the second half of your first year, your baby should start to fall asleep and wake up with your schedule although they still sleep upwards of 14 hours. Make sure that throughout this time, you and your baby are active and bonding closely. And if you're still losing sleep, just think of the other millions of mothers going through the same thing at this very moment ;-). Good luck, you'll make it through fine.

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