These evidence-based baby sleep tips can make bedtime easier, and help speed up the development of mature sleep patterns. From blue light filters to white noise, from dream feeding to bedtime routines, learn what works — and what pitfalls to avoid.
Many babies begin to “sleep through the night” (at least 5-6 hours) by 3-6 months of age. But some take longer, and night-to-night variability is common.
A scientific guide to common infant sleep problems, and what you can do to solve them. Cross-cultural and evolutionary insights.
How do baby sleep patterns vary by age, and what can we do to to help infants develop mature, healthy sleep habits?
The Parenting Science Guide to finding an effective infant sleep aid. Information about bedtime routines, infant massage, swaddling, rocking, and more.
Interrupted sleep causes impairments in well-being and ability to function, above and beyond the total amount of time we spend sleeping.
Is there such a thing as baby sleep deprivation? How do we know if a baby is getting enough sleep? Here are the signs, and the reasons we should care.
How long do babies sleep at night? How many naps do babies take during the day? And what about night wakings? This evidence-based baby sleep chart explains the typical range of variation for babies up to 24 months old.
Like adults, babies cycle through a series of different sleep stages at night, and understanding these stages can help us cope.
Most infant sleep problems are caused by behavioral factors, but sometimes there are medical reasons why a baby won’t sleep.
Science suggests we can soothe a crying baby to sleep with a few minutes of walking…and waiting. How does it work, and why?
Dream feeding is designed to reduce sleep disruption. But for maximum effect, parents should combine it with other sleep-friendly practices.