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The importance of a good bedtime routine
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The weeks are flying by and you're doing great. But as you know by now, your baby doesn't come with a manual! That's why this week we're bringing you our best sleep tips, featuring great gems of wisdom that have been passed on, mum to mum.
You and your baby
Week 13 News
Your little one is probably on their way to a regular sleep routine - but if they aren't, try not to worry. After all, every baby is different. The best bedtime routines are kept simple and can work for you night after night. Cues like a nightly bath, feed or story will help.
Your baby's a bit bigger now, so you may prefer to wind them on your lap than over your shoulder. Remember the burp can take time, so be prepared to stick it out. And don't forget a cloth to catch the occasional milky gift.
You may find your baby is putting everything in their mouth at the moment! Don't worry - it's because your little one's mouth has millions of nerve endings - which means they can use it to better understand what an object feels like.
Tip:
Shut eye
Try not to panic if your little one isn't adapting as you'd like to a sleeping routine. Four month old babies need about 14 hours sleep per day, so as long as your little one is averaging that, that's perfectly normal.
Remember our Careline team is always on hand to help. You can talk to our expert mums about bedtime routines or anything else that's on your mind. Get in touch 24/7 using our live chat, by phone or by email.
IMPORTANT NOTICE: The best way to feed a baby is to breastfeed, as breast milk provides the ideal balanced diet and protection against illness for your baby and also many non-nutritional benefits for both baby and mother. We recommend that you speak to your healthcare professional when deciding on your choice of feeding your baby. Professional guidance should also be sought on the preparation for and maintenance of breastfeeding. If you do choose to breastfeed, it's important to eat a healthy, balanced diet. Infant formula is intended to replace breast milk when mothers choose not to breastfeed or if for some reason they are unable to do so. A decision not to breastfeed, or to introduce partial bottle-feeding, will reduce the supply of breast milk. If for any reason you choose not to breastfeed, do remember that such a decision can be difficult to reverse. Using infant formula also has social and financial implications which must be considered. Infant formula should always be prepared, used and stored as instructed on the label, in order to avoid risks to a baby's health.
