Parenting is an exciting journey that is filled with many firsts. It’s a whirlwind of excitement, exhaustion, and uncertainty. Sleep deprivation is common for new parents, but it’s often one of the most difficult parts of the adjustment period.
The first few months can be particularly rough for new parents. Babies are nocturnal and have very little control over their own sleep cycles—which means they’re likely to wake up throughout the night.
The good news? There are ways to help manage your baby’s sleep patterns so you can both get more rest during the night.
Dr. Kate Johnson, a Melbourne-based sleep specialist and has a Ph.D. in Sleep Psychophysiology (the science and biology of sleep) has a few tips on how to get your baby sleeping soundly.
