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Abby used to wake up in the middle of the nite for her feeds and we would take turns to rock her bak to dreamland…Until we tried the below.Here are some tips on getting your baby to sleep through the nite.

1. Keep to a routine. If your baby wakes up late in the morning to help make up for some of his late nights, begin waking him at an earlier time each day to help encourage him to get the sleep he needs at night
2. When your baby naps, allow him to sleep in a well-lit area. This encourage shorter naps, which in turn  helps him sleep through the night.

3. During the day, nurse in a quiet, darkened room. Babies are often caught up in what is going on around them. Feeding  more during the day will allow baby to meet his/her nutritional needs at a time more convenient to you.

4. Is your baby using a pacifier? If so, allow him/her to meet his/her sucking needs at your breast instead, offering nursing in lieu of the pacifier. Regular nursing sessions during the day may help to reduce middle of the night waking.

5. When nursing, allow your baby to finish the first breast offered. This  provides more of your rich hindmilk, which may also help to space out the night time feeds.

6. Carry your baby — with the aid of a sling or other baby carrier. This helps to keep your baby relaxed, especially during the early evening hours, encouraging an easy transition to sleep.

7. Keep the evening calm to avoid overstimulation. If a bath is relaxing for your little one, you can bathe him before bed. If it’s too stimulating, bathe him at another time.Also try baby massage. 

8. Nurse in a darkened room at night if your baby wakes and wants to feed. Avoid nighttime diaper changes if at all possible. Let baby know that night is for sleeping. Pulling your baby in bed with you will allow you to get some rest while he nurses. This helps many moms get the rest they need when they have a wakeful baby