Suitable for 0-3 months Newborn sleep: responsiveness and routines

 Responding to newborn needs: why it’s important

When you respond to your newborn’s needs with love, warmth and care, you become a special, trusted person in your baby’s life. When your newborn gets what they need from you, like a smile, a touch or a cuddle, your newborn feels the world is a safe place to play, learn and explore.

Understanding newborn needs: sleep, feeds and play

The first few months of your baby’s life is the time to get to know your baby and learn about your baby’s needs for sleep, feeds, play and settling.

Most newborns spend most of their time asleep – they sleep 14-17 hours in every 24 hours. It’s common for newborns to sleep in short bursts of 2-3 hours between feeds, both night and day.

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