More Practical Tips on Naps
Here are more practical tips for naps
• Pajamas aren’t necessary, but make sure your child is dressed in comfortable clothing that’s neither too light nor too heavy.
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Scheduling Your Baby’s Naps
When your baby’s 3 to 4 months old, you can work on developing a nap schedule that’s compatible with his natural sleep cycles.
Read the signs
Pay attention to your baby’s sleep signals. Does he begin to rub his eyes and get fussy midmorning or right after lunch? Does he often fall asleep in the car in the early afternoon? Do you notice a difference in his alertness and overall mood when he sleeps for longer or shorter periods?
Nap: The Basic
Sleep is vital for babies and young children, whose brains and bodies are developing at an extraordinary rate — but nighttime rest isn’t enough. Regular naps help them get the sleep they need.
Do your best to encourage your baby to nap consistently. But keep in mind that his temperament and natural bodily rhythms will help determine how and when he naps. Some babies nap for long stretches every day right from the start and settle easily into a pattern. Others do just fine taking shorter naps or napping at less regular times.
How many naps a day should my baby take?
