Baby Sleep Blog
Free tips, guides, and advice for every age and stage — from newborn to toddler
Why Does My Baby Wake at 5am? Understanding Early Morning Waking
Early morning waking is one of the hardest sleep challenges to crack. Learn about circadian rhythm, light exposure, cortisol, sleep pressure, and why 6am is actually a normal wake-up time for babies.
Dummies and Baby Sleep: UK Parents' Guide
The Lullaby Trust recommends dummies for sleep — they cut SIDS risk by 61%. When to introduce, the dummy run problem, and when to wean.
Dropping the Third Nap: Your Guide to the 3-to-2 Nap Transition
When is your baby ready to drop from three naps to two? Learn the signs of readiness, what to expect during the transition, and how to avoid the most common mistakes.
Dream Feeding: Does It Help Your Baby Sleep Longer?
What is dream feeding, does it actually work, and what does the NHS say? Evidence-based guide covering when to dream feed, breastfeeding vs bottle, when to stop, and whether it suits your baby.
Cot to Bed Transition: When to Move and How to Make It Work
When should your toddler move from cot to bed? Most sleep experts say later than you think. Learn the signs of readiness, safety essentials, and what to expect.
Contact Napping: Why Your Baby Only Sleeps on You (And Whether That's OK)
Your baby isn't broken because they only nap on you. Contact napping is one of the most biologically normal behaviours in infancy. Learn why it happens, when it's fine, and what to consider if you're ready for a change.
Co-Sleeping and Bed-Sharing: An Evidence-Based Safety Guide
Co-sleeping and bed-sharing are not the same thing. Learn the evidence-based risk factors, Lullaby Trust guidance, and how to reduce risk if you choose to bed-share.
Co-Parenting and Baby Sleep: When You Cannot Agree on What to Do
Why baby sleep causes conflict between partners, how one parent becomes the default, and what happens when you disagree about sleep training. Evidence-based guidance for UK parents.
Clock Changes and Baby Sleep: What UK Parents Need to Know
UK clock changes disrupt baby sleep twice a year. Learn why babies struggle with the shift, why spring forward is harder, and the principles for helping them adjust.
Clocks Go Back and Baby Sleep: UK Autumn Clock Change Guide
When the clocks go back in October, babies often start waking at 5am. Learn why the autumn clock change disrupts sleep and how to help your baby adjust.
Christmas and Baby Sleep: How to Protect Sleep Without Missing the Fun
Christmas disrupts baby sleep through visitors, travel, excitement, and late nights. Practical principles for protecting sleep basics while enjoying the festive season.
Breastfeeding vs Formula and Baby Sleep: Does Formula Help?
Does formula help babies sleep longer? Research says mostly no. Evidence on breastfeeding and sleep, why breastfed babies wake more, mixed feeding, and what actually improves baby sleep.
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