Getting Baby To Sleep

Product:
Sassy’s Crib Wedge & Sleep Positioner

Price: $23.95

Consumer: Parents of newborns/babies

The purpose of the Crib Wedge & Sleep Positioner is to position a sleeping baby for the safe and comfortable sleep.

Pros: There is nothing more frustrating than to have put your baby to sleep only to have her wake up after five minutes. It’s happened to me and it wears on your patience. There are many products on the market that claim to help with this but I’ve found that the Crib Wedge & Sleep Positioner really works.

Described as “the Ultimate Sleep System”, Sassy’s Crib Wedge & Sleep Positioner combines the advantages of a crib wedge and sleep positioner in one! The crib wedge elevates baby’s head to help ease breathing and enhance digestion. It also combines firm foam for support with a layer of memory foam for comfort. A patented adjustable curved bumpers conform to baby’s natural shape and support baby fully. The fabric is 100% soft cotton flannel and machine washable (because you know the baby will spit up).

Cons: Nothing is a substitute for safety. Always follow basic rules for putting a baby to sleep.

Guarantee: Most purchases can be returned within 30 days for a refund. Just contact BabyEarth for an RMA number prior to return shipping. BabyEarth will cover the cost of return shipping for defective items, and will refund 100% of the purchase price.

Value for money: The Crib Wedge & Sleep Positioner is an excellent value and will provide excellent peace of mind for the parent of a sleeping baby

Where to buy:
Sassy’s Crib Wedge & Sleep Positioner

Putting your toddler to bed can sometimes be an exercise in frustration. If you have experienced this, you might want to consider one of the following techniques to make bedtime a peaceful time.

Be consistent about bed times and waking times. Your toddler is more likely to respond positively if he’s used to a specified schedule. The earlier your child’s routine is established, the easier it is to put them to bed without incident.

Make the activities the same every night, and make the time before bed quiet and peaceful. Whether a parent tells the child a story, provides a bedtime snack, puts in a short video, or plays quiet games before putting the child in bed, consistency is the key.

Try not to lie in bed with your toddler until he falls asleep. This might actually have the opposite effect, and might encourage your child to stay awake, and ask for drinks of water and more bedtime stories. An alternative might be telling your toddler you’re going to complete a chore and that you’ll come back in and check on them in a few moments.

It’s most likely that the child will fall asleep while waiting for mom or dad to return. You might also want to talk about your child’s day with them. Keep your tone soft and quiet, and try not to excite your child in the process. Turning this into a nighttime story with your child as the main character is a fun option as well.

As the child grows older, if a consistent bedtime is maintained the task will become easier. The most important issue is consistency and repetition. If the child can expect the same thing every night, and these customary tasks are pleasant, bedtime can become a delightful family ritual. If however, your child is continually resisting sleep, talk with your child’s pediatrician, as their might be a medical problem at the root of it.

Dr. William Sears, father of eight and a practicing pediatrician for over 30 years, has developed a comprehensive checklist for parents so they can get their baby on a solid sleep schedule that will enable them to sleep for longer periods of time, thereby allowing mom and dad more restful nights as well.

Initially, he advises parents to develop a realistic attitude about nighttime parenting, and to develop a long-term plan that will teach your baby a restful attitude about sleep. He reminds parents that no single approach will work with all babies, and that it’s very important to keep an open mind and remain flexible during this process. If your baby’s sleep plan just isn’t working, then drop it.

Also be flexible in the method which you use in order to lull your baby to sleep. Don’t rely on just rocking or just nursing in order to entice your infant to sleep, but get them used to several different routines that can be associated with sleep time. In addition, consistent bedtimes and rituals are key to a successful transition to sleep, and help your little one stay asleep longer. Any changes in their sleep time routine can be a stressful and confusing thing, thereby causing everyone to lose sleep as a result.

It’s also imperative to teach your baby that daytime is for playing and eating, and that nighttime is for sleeping. Sometimes older babies and toddlers are so busy playing during the day that they forget to eat enough, which can result in hunger pangs at night, so be sure to feed your baby sufficiently through the course of the day.

And don’t forget to create an environment that’s conducive to sleeping, eliminating as much noise and light from the room as possible. Some soft soothing music can help drown out outside noises and help baby sleep more soundly.