How To Build An Effective Bedtime Routine For Your Baby

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Embrace The Importance Of A Routine

1 . Embrace The Importance Of A Routine

Stick To The Same Schedule

2 . Stick To The Same Schedule

Start With A Clean Diaper

3 . Start With A Clean Diaper

Try Lavender Lotion Or Oil

4 . Try Lavender Lotion Or Oil

Choose Comfortable Pajamas

5 . Choose Comfortable Pajamas

For Younger Babies, Use A Swaddle Or Sleepsack

6 . For Younger Babies, Use A Swaddle Or Sleepsack

For Older Babies, Read A Book

7 . For Older Babies, Read A Book

For Younger Babies, Keep The Routine Simple

8 . For Younger Babies, Keep The Routine Simple

Use Nonverbal Cues For Young Babies

9 . Use Nonverbal Cues For Young Babies

Use Rocking To Your Advantage With Younger Babies

10 . Use Rocking To Your Advantage With Younger Babies

Turn Off The Light Before Tuck-In

11 . Turn Off The Light Before Tuck-In

After The Lights Are Off, End With The Same Words

12 . After The Lights Are Off, End With The Same Words

Put Them Down Sleepy But Awake

13 . Put Them Down Sleepy But Awake

Use White Noise

14 . Use White Noise

Consider Using Music On A Timer

15 . Consider Using Music On A Timer

Be Prepared For Exceptions

16 . Be Prepared For Exceptions

Reassure Your Child If They Need Additional Soothing

17 . Reassure Your Child If They Need Additional Soothing

Avoid Letting Your Child Become Overtired

18 . Avoid Letting Your Child Become Overtired

Make Sure All Caregivers Follow The Same Routine

19 . Make Sure All Caregivers Follow The Same Routine

Meet The Expert

20 . Meet The Expert

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