Truth About Sleep Training

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a short presentation about infant sleep training and its benefits. hosted by Coast 2 Coast Sleep Training. Sleep training an infant can be beneficial to both child and adult. allowing the adult to get the rest they need to function on a healthy level, and teaching the infant the ability to cope with stressful situations and work independently to overcome obstacles later in life

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Helpful Tips

Tips for putting your child to bed

1. Establish Routine: A predictable bedtime routine can greatly help in setting expectations and making it easier for children to wind down before bed.

2. Optimize the Sleep Environment: Make sure the child's bedroom promotes sleep by being quiet, dark, and comfortably cool.

3. Watch for Sleep Cues: Recognizing when your child is showing signs of tiredness can help in timing bedtime just right to avoid overtiredness.

Tip for Starting Sleep Training:

Before you begin sleep training, ensure your child is in good health and not going through a teething phase. It's also important to choose a period when you have at least three weeks without travel. This uninterrupted time at home will help "cement" the new sleep habits you're establishing. Starting at the right moment can make the process smoother for both you and your child.

Travel Tip for Parents with Newly Sleep-Trained Infants:

When you're traveling with an infant who has recently learned to sleep through the night, strive to maintain their usual sleep routine as closely as possible. This includes sticking to the same bedtime, following your established pre-sleep rituals, and mimicking the usual sleep environment regarding lighting and noise. If you encounter a setback, it’s crucial to resist reintroducing old sleep aids you've phased out, such as night feedings, pacifiers, or rocking them to sleep in your arms. Reverting to these habits can quickly undo the progress you've made, potentially leading you back to square one.