A baby sleeps a lot, that surely is no secret, as the average baby sleeps over double what a, typical adult sleeps. However, the problem with this is that babies unlike adults cannot distinguish between night and day, as babies usually sleep whenever so they please, unlike most adults who have a specific timetable for when to sleep, which for most is around night. Moodzie will share some expert tips on how to manage your baby’s sleeping schedule according to yours, as ideally you want the baby asleep around night time when you are sleeping, because when the baby is, awake it surely is not possible for the adult to sleep. When the baby is a newborn, he or she will certainly not be able to tell when is the right time to fall into deep sleep, however once the baby is a few weeks old, it will be easier to teach them the difference between night and day, by using light strategically. As Moodzie’s tip would be to teach the baby, that when it is dark outside, or the lights are out within the room, then it is time for not only the baby but everyone to fall asleep, whereas when the lights are bright or the sun is out, that is the time where most people remain awake. It is human nature, that when it is light outside the brain naturally becomes more reactive and awake in the process, whereas when it is dark inside or out, it is natural for humans to feel more tired and sleepy. Thus, during the day a tip by Moodzie would be, that the adults within the house should make sure there are lights on within the house, basically the sun is bright and visible and blinds are folded, and when it is dark or night on the other end, make sure it is dark as well within the house. This will help the baby naturally realize the difference between light and darkness, and the baby will automatically associate when it is dark inside or out that it is time to sleep, whereas when it is bright the baby will realize this is not a time for deep sleep. As Moodzie realizes that compared to adults, babies require far more sleep, however the goal should be that babies receive the bulk of their deep or rem sleep during the night time, whereas they simply interval sleep throughout the day. Another tip by Moodzie to all adults out there would be, do not stress out when the baby wakes up around night time, if it occurs which it probably will sometime, do not move the baby from a dark room to a light or bright room, as if you do that it will show the baby that it is time to wake up, rather than doing just keep the baby within the dark and simply try to make him or her fall asleep once again. Moodzie realizes it will take time to get used to the baby’s sleep, it will be tough at first but certainly can be resolved.
Tip 2: A Sleeping Baby is a Nourished Baby
Tip 3: Decode your babies cries
This can help you detect what your baby needs so that that can sleep better. Below is a great program on how to recognise baby cries.
Baby Language by DBL
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View the interview with Oprah:
Dunstan Baby Language on Oprah Show
Dunstan Baby Language was featured on the Oprah Winfrey Show – The Secret Language of Babies- in November 2006 . “I LOVE this” said Oprah “AMAZING!”. Learn the five universal sounds all newborn babies make to communicate their needs. Hear the “I’m Hungry” sound. Loved by millions of mothers around the world.
Tip 4: Use Controlled crying technique
Here is a great technique that I used with both my children. From six weeks old, they were both sleeping through the night. Below is a website with the technique by Jo Frost:
Successfully Getting The Kids To Sleep | Supernanny
These parents are working together to keep the children in their bedrooms, but it’s tough! Click here to subscribe and keep up with all the latest videos: http://youtube.com/user/officialsupernanny Official website: http://www.Supernanny.co.uk https://www.facebook.com/OfficialSupernanny/ https://twitter.com/Supernanny Welcome to the Supernanny channel, with classic TV show clips and more.
Below is a bedtime technique for older children:
Nine Network – Controlled crying
Crying babies left to sleep will lower levels of stress hormone, according to Flinders University.
Tip 5: Discover the benefits of massage to get your baby to sleep
Discover how you can have a calm baby through massage. Watch the videos provided.
Massage is beneficial for pregnancy for the following reasons:
- Help relax and reduce anxiety
- Help to reduce pain and discomfort in all areas of the body
- Reduce toxins in the body
- Note: Use a recommended and qualified massage therapist for newborn babies
Here is a great video on baby massage:
Baby massage
Massaging your baby is an excellent way of communicating with baby and deepening that close bond between you. It’s a wonderful way to spend time relaxing and can help establish a routine. Above all your baby will love you for it. Your guide to how to give your newborn baby a relaxing massage: 1.
Another great video on massage techniques:
Baby Massage Techniques
Learn to give a soothing massage with this simple, step-by-step video. Massage is a great way to bond with your baby, and it’s also a calming way to help him relax as part of a nightly, before-bed routine.
Julie Turner
Healing Hands Therapies, Brisbane
Brisbane
Mobile: 0422307323
Tip 6: Use Organic products to help your baby to sleep
Garden of Light Baby Massage Oil
The Garden of Light Mother Child and Baby Skincare are all exquisite natural and organic products. The Baby Massage Oil is wonderfully soothing, calming and moisturizing. Our Calming Mist Spray is delightfully refreshing. Baby will love it, as will you.
Newborn Baby Oil
A newborn baby’s skin is exceptionally sensitive, requiring the most gentle of care. Protect and nourish this precious skin with Garden of Light newborn baby oil. Fragrance free – suitable for use during baby’s first three months after birth.
Newborn baby oil can also be used into baby’s later months or for anyone at any age with super sensitive skin.
Garden of Light uses only certified organic, cold-pressed plant oils. In this oil blend, the rich olive oil deeply nourishes and balances, the jojoba oil (a plant wax) works to hydrate, protect and nourish newborn baby’s skin.
A 99% certified organic, plant derived and hand-blended product, made with great care and love.
Ingredients:
Jojoba oil* (simmondsia chinensis), cold pressed virgin olive oil * (olea europaea), vitamin E natural (D-a-tocopherol). Certified organic ingredients. Store below 28?C
To use: Apply to hands and rub together to warm before gently massaging your baby from top to toe with great care and loving attention… allowing baby to trust in the process of being alive, and receiving your love…
Baby Oil
Garden of Light choose to use only certified organic cold – pressed plant oils and a whisper of the most gentle of essential oils found to be most supportive for baby’s skin. Baby’s body oil brings together – blue chamomile essential oil to calm, a hint of vanilla to warm and soothe. Rich olive oil deeply nourishes and balances, and jojoba oil (a plant wax) works to hydrate, protect and nourish baby’s body.
To Use: Apply to hands and rub together to warm before gently massaging your baby from top to toe with great care and loving attention… allowing baby to trust in the process of being alive, to trust the process of living, and receive your love.
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Tip 7: Your Baby Will Benefit From Reflexology and help them to sleep
Here are some great tips and benefits of reflexology for babies by reducing any discomfort that prevents them from sleeping. View the video on how to perform baby reflexology. Reflexology is a non-evasive treatment that doesn’t tickle the feet. It stimulates the vital organs, thus helping them to work better with increased blood flow.
Here is a great app on baby reflexology:
Crying Baby? Try gentle reflexology.
Lynne Booth, leading reflexologist, teaches feather-light gentle reflexology techniques to help soothe and calm your baby. Visit www.boothvrt.com for more clips, info and full length DVD
Julie Turner
Healing Hands Therapies, Brisbane
Mobile: 0422307323
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Noela
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