The no-tears approach to sleep training offers an opportunity to connect with your child at bedtime by developing quiet, cozy nighttime rituals and by quickly responding to your baby's requests for comfort. Watch and learn how it works and see if this method is the right choice for your family.
Get more tips for training your baby to fall asleep without the tears.
Tip #1: Nap schedule - A daytime schedule helps regulate nighttime sleep.
Tip #2: Early to bed - Try an earlier bedtime, like 6:30 or 7 pm. It's harder to get an overtired baby to sleep.
Tip #3: Bedtime routine - A bath, a book, a lullaby, then bed. Same time and order every night.
Tip #4: Shhh… - Use key words and sounds to signal that it's time for sleep. Repeat words or sounds so your baby associates them with bedtime.
Tip #5: Set the mood - Make the nursery a restful place. A dark room. White noise. Try warming sheets with a hot water bottle. Soft, breathable clothing. Newborns may sleep better when swaddled.
Tip #6: Be patient - Don't respond to every noise your baby makes. Learn to distinguish a real cry from a sleepy whimper. If you're not sure, wait a minute outside the door. Every baby is different, be flexible and choose a sleep strategy that works for your family.
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