Newborn Sleep Guide

Wondering if you're already doing something wrong with your newborn's sleep? This module shares my philosophy for the fourth trimester and why this guide isn't about sleep training, it's about understanding your baby. You'll learn why you genuinely cannot spoil a newborn and how to build confidence in your instincts. This is your starting point for newborn sleep help that actually feels right.

Why does your newborn seem to sleep so differently from you? This module breaks down how newborn sleep cycles work, including REM and non-REM sleep, plus the hormones like melatonin and cortisol that drive your baby's patterns. Understanding the science behind newborn sleep patterns helps you stop fighting against biology and start working with it.

Is your baby overtired, or not tired enough? This module teaches you how to read your newborn's sleep cues, the subtle "sleep ready" signs versus the harder-to-settle overtired signals. You'll learn my pro tips for recognising tired signs before that overtired window hits, making settling so much easier for both of you.

How long can your newborn actually stay awake? This module covers wake window guidelines from 0-3 months, including realistic sleep totals for day and night. You'll get age-specific recommendations for nap frequency and duration, so you can stop guessing whether your newborn sleep schedule is on track for their stage.

Craving some predictability without rigid schedules? This module shows you how to create gentle patterns that work with your newborn's natural rhythm. You'll learn about the 7am Reset concept and simple bedtime routine components that signal sleep time. A fourth trimester routine can bring calm without the pressure of strict timings.

Is your nursery actually set up for safe, restful sleep? This module covers Red Nose safe sleep guidelines alongside practical room setup, white noise, temperature, swaddling, and blackout requirements. You'll feel confident that your newborn sleep environment supports both safety and better sleep without second-guessing every detail.

Worried you're creating "bad habits" with your newborn? This module explains the difference between assisted and unassisted sleep associations, and why both have their place in the fourth trimester. You'll get practical guidance on sleepy phrases and dummy use, so you can support your baby's sleep without unnecessary guilt.

How do you actually get a newborn to sleep? This module walks through proven settling techniques including Le Pause, Shush/Pat, Pick Up/Put Down, and Dr Harvey Karp's 5 S's. You'll learn when cuddling your baby to sleep is completely okay, because in the fourth trimester, sometimes that's exactly what they need.

Need support beyond sleep? This module brings in expert guidance from specialists who understand the fourth trimester. You'll hear from a NICU nurse on feeding and reflux, a pelvic floor physio on your postpartum recovery, and a dietitian on nourishing yourself. Because newborn care means looking after you too.