Petit Pointers: Better sleep for you and baby!

To help you and your little love get the rest that you both so desperately require, here are a few of our favorite tips & tricks!

1. Avoid prolonged eye contact when you're putting your baby down to sleep. It is extremely stimulating for babies and that's the last thing you want to do at bedtime.
2. Avoid playing excitedly with her when preparing for bed. A quiet environment and dim room work wonders coupled with a calm, soothing voice.
3. A drop or two of lavender oil on a tissue near your baby's crib may help lull your little one off to sleep. Please keep in mind, that fragrances are not recommended for children under 6 months of age.
4. An established bedtime routine is essential. Some suggestions include:  a warm bath, reading a short book, listening to soothing music, a favorite song sung by Mom or Dad or a gentle massage.  The key is repetition!  Try to do the same things in the same order night after night as it helps your baby feel secure and in turn, relaxed.
5. Relax on nighttime diaper changes just a bit. Most babies stir during the night but will go right back to sleep unless woken by a diaper change. If your little one wakes, sneak a quick diaper check and don't change him unless he is soiled. Prior to bedtime, place him in a high-quality overnight diaper which is extra absorbent. If a diaper change is necessary, a warm wet wipe is less likely to wake him.

Sweet dreams to you and your bébés!