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1. 0–3 months Small steps towards routines
Waking up frequently during this period is completely physiological.
- It is important to hug the baby, feed him with breast milk, and help him relax.
- But bedtime habits (for example: bath, dim light, quiet music) can already be taught at this age.
It is useful to form the basis of the routine from the 2nd month.
2. 4–6 months: The most suitable period to start sleep training
- During this period, the circadian rhythm (day-night difference) is formed.
- The baby can already start sleeping at intervals of several hours.
- If he is healthy and has normal weight gain, sleep training can be started.
The most important thing is that the parents must also be ready.
3. Is sleep training necessary for every baby?
No.
- Some babies are naturally inclined to sleep well.
- But if frequent awakenings affect the family's sleep and disrupt the child's overall well-being, sleep training may be considered. If the baby is sick, has gas problems, or is experiencing developmental delays — training should be postponed.
4. Who can sleep train?
- Healthy babies over 4–6 months of age, of normal weight
- Babies who are not seriously ill,
- Children who already know the difference between day and night
- And in cases where the parent is emotionally ready.
Sleep training has a positive effect on the well-being of both the child and the family.
5. Points to consider during training
- Make sure the baby is full, comfortable, and not sick.
- Establish a "bedtime routine" at the same time every evening, in the same sequence.
- The room should be quiet, dark, cool, and safe.
6. Practical steps
- Put the baby to bed while he is sleepy but still awake.
- There may be crying in the first few days — this is part of the learning process.
- Patience and consistency are very important.
Many families see significant change within 1–2 weeks.
