Your baby has been in the world for four weeks now and is no longer a newborn, but an infant. In the first four weeks, you and your baby have gotten to know each other, initial fears have disappeared and you can now interpret the most important signs of hunger, tiredness and closeness. In the second month, which covers weeks five to eight, there will be more changes in your baby and in baby sleep. We will explain to you how baby sleep changes in the second month.
How does baby sleep work in the second month?
Baby sleep in the second month is a little different to baby sleep in the first month: your baby is now more active and has fewer sleep cycles , but the naps and waking phases last longer. On average, your baby still sleeps 14 to 17 hours a day . The longer waking phases invite more interaction with your baby: you can use the time individually, e.g. for reading aloud, playing and telling stories.
How often does the baby wake up at night?
As your baby's total sleep is spread out over the day and night and sleep cycles become longer, your baby will still wake up at night, but perhaps not as often as in the first month. This can ensure that you and your baby are a little more rested the next day. Nighttime breastfeeding or bottle feeding and diaper changes will still be necessary, as your baby's stomach is still small and needs new milk regularly. By the way: Many parents often notice a difference in the baby's second month between the fifth and sixth week compared to the seventh and eighth week.
How does baby sleep develop in the 2nd month?
Like the baby's sleep in the first month, baby sleep in the second month is still characterized by several sleep cycles, but these are longer. In the second month, babies still have difficulty distinguishing between day and night. To make it easier for your baby to learn, you can provide a bright and lively environment during the day and a quiet, dark and muted environment at night . A small night light or a string of lights will make the night less scary for your baby.
Tips for baby sleep in the second month: How can my baby sleep better?
When it comes to baby sleep, there is no right or wrong, especially in the first few weeks. The important thing is that your baby gets enough sleep to avoid overtiredness and overstimulation. But how can you support baby sleep in the second month? We'll show you how:
Develop a sleep routine for the day and night
In the second month, your baby will learn the difference between day and night by helping him or her to sleep using consistent routines. The daytime routine may also be different from the evening/nighttime routine .
Sleep routine for the day
During the day, you can carry your baby close to you in a sling , for example, or put it in the nursing pillow baby nest , on your stomach, at your side or in your arms. Maybe you can sing something to your baby or play the music box.
Sleep routine for evening and night
You can create a comfortable sleeping environment in the evening by darkening the bedroom, using only a small night light and speaking quietly and in a muted voice. If you are relaxed, your baby will be too. By talking to your baby, stroking him and cuddling him, you can help him regulate himself and process what he has experienced . This will make it easier for him to fall asleep.
Baby sleep in the 2nd month: Conclusion
In the second month, your baby is no longer a newborn, but an infant. Its sleep cycles become less frequent, but last longer - as do the waking phases. In the second month, your baby usually needs between 14 and 17 hours of sleep, which is spread out over the entire day. Since your baby is learning something new every day and is bombarded with many stimuli and impressions, you can support it in self-regulation by being close to it, cuddling it and resting it, and provide it with rest breaks and relaxation.
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