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Newborn Sleep Basics
Your little one loves to snooze. During the first few weeks, he’ll get an enormous amount of shuteye—up to 18 hours a day! Unfortunately, that sleep is broken up into short periods throughout the day and night because he needs to feed often. The result? Lots of sleep for him, but not much for you. Don’t worry, this sleep cycle won’t last forever! Soon, he’ll start snoozing for longer periods. Until then, here are some things you can do to help him sleep soundly.
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It’s Tummy Time!
Playing
with your baby while he’s on his belly is a fun way to bond, but there are
other important benefits, too. Your little one sleeps on his back all night, so
he needs some quality time on his tummy during the day to strengthen his neck
muscles and upper body. This prepares him for many milestones to come: lifting
his head, pushing up, rolling over, sitting up, crawling, and eventually
walking!
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Long-Distance Grandparents
If you’re lucky enough to live close to grandma and grandpa, they’ll probably have plenty of opportunities to bond with (and baby-sit!) your little one. But if they live far away, forging a connection may require a little more planning. It’s well worth the effort: Baby will grow up knowing that he has a network of people who love him, and his grandparents will feel like they’re part of his life from an early age.
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Goodnight Baby
After a fun day with your little guy, it’s time to wind down. To help him drift off, you’ll want to establish a bedtime routine. Even a 1-month-old can benefit from a familiar evening routine, because a predictable pattern of events is comforting and can serve as a signal that it’s time to sleep. Here are some pointers for creating a relaxing routine—for both of you!
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Bonding With Your Baby
The special bond you share with your baby begins the moment you meet. And while some parents feel an instant connection with their newborn, it can take others a little longer. Either way, your attachment to your baby will grow stronger as you spend more time together. Truth is, bonding doesn’t require any special moves on your part. The things you’re probably already doing to take care of her—feeding, bathing, and soothing—help create a unique connection. Here are everyday ways to bond with your beautiful new bundle.
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