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Take 5 minutes to learn about newborn sleep

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1. Newborns sleep A LOT—about 16-17 hours a day, but only in short bursts of 3-4 hours. Their sleep cycles are shorter than those of adults, and they spend more time in REM sleep. Why? This is crucial for brain development. So remember, when your little one is snoozing, they’re growing and developing 💪

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How do you manage sleep & feeding intervals?

2. Sleep and feeding intervals will occur throughout the day and night. And because newborns sleep in shorter spurts, they feed more frequently. It's normal for newborns to wake up every 2-3 hours to eat. But sleepy parents rejoice: As your baby grows, the time between feedings will lengthen 😴

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Let’s keep your baby safe as they snooze

3. With so much sleep on the daily agenda, safe sleep practices are essential. Some important tips include always placing your baby on their back to sleep, using a firm sleep surface, and keeping the sleep area free of soft bedding, toys, and bumpers. This all reduces the risk of SIDS. And you’ll also want to maintain a comfortable room temperature and avoid overheating.

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How can Smart Sleep Coach help?

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The Smart Sleep Coach App gives parents like you personalized sleep plans and expert advice tailored to your baby’s individual needs. And our quick sleep assessment is the perfect place to start 🙌 Customized tips on feeding intervals, safe sleep practices, understanding sleep patterns, and more—they’re all waiting for you in the app.

Transform your sleep

Did you know?

In the first few weeks, your new baby will likely sleep on and off in short spurts. But as they grow older, sleep intervals start to shift:

Newborns tend to

sleep in 3-4 hour spurts

In the next few months,

expect 4-5 hour spurts

By 6 months,

you’ll see longer spurts at night

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😴 Take 5 for Newborn Sleep