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Today we are sharing our best baby bedtime essentials to get your baby to fall asleep quickly and stay asleep longer. So if you are struggling to get your baby to sleep through the night or fall asleep quickly, then this list of soothing baby bedtime essentials is exactly what you need.
Baby's bedtime should be a special time. A time where the baby has mom and/or dad's undivided attention and love after a hard day of being so darn cute!
It should also be a time when you are also relaxed, so you can in turn create a calming bedtime routine for the little one. A nightly bedtime routine is important and will give your baby comfort as she prepares to doze off to dreamland.
BABY BEDTIME ESSENTIALS TO HELP PUT BABY TO SLEEP AND ENSURE THEY STAY ASLEEP LONGER
1. BABY OIL
Who doesn't love a massage? Even babies love to be pampered and this Burt's Bees Nourishing Baby Oil, is just what you need to give your little one a massage after a nice warm bath. It is sure to leave the baby feeling more relaxed and ready to hit the sack.
2.PAJAMAS
Get these amazing Hannah Anderson pajamas for your baby to slip into after a soothing massage. These pajamas are the most comfortable sleepwear you'll ever find.
3. SWADDLE BLANKETS
Swaddling is an ancient technique for wrapping newborns in a thin blanket or cloth. To keep your baby sleeping longer, get some swaddling blankets. It will prevent the baby from flailing her arms or her legs, which can trigger a startle reflex.
3. SLEEP SACK
Sleep sacks have become popular because regular, loose blankets should not be used in a baby's crib due to the risk of SIDS. So put your baby in a sleep sack to help keep the baby warm on a cool night.
4.STORY BOOKS
It's never too early to start reading to your baby. Studies show that babies who've being read to have an advantage over those kids who aren't exposed to reading. Besides, your baby will enjoy looking at the pictures or even just listening to your voice.
4.BASSINET
After you bring the baby home from the hospital, you'll want to consider having the baby sleep in the bassinet in your room for the first few months. Not only will you be able to keep an eye on her but it will also make late night feedings much easier
5.CRIB
Of course, your baby will eventually need to be moved to a comfortable and safe baby crib. With so many great options, it can get a little overwhelming when you have to choose a crib for your baby. Here's a safe beautiful and safe baby crib.
6.SOUND MACHINE
White noise and sound machines can be a lifesaver when it comes to helping baby fall—and stay—asleep. A sound machine is designed to drown out startling noises and soothe fussy babies to sleep.
7. SECURITY BLANKET
A special object like a lovey or a security blanket can provide your baby with comfort and help relieve tension or anxiety she may develop.
Whenever you are not around or she's sleeping, she'll rely on this special item to give her the reassurance that everything is okay. You can certainly help your little one form an attachment to a special security blanket by holding the blanket when you are feeding, playing or reading to the baby as well as putting the object in your baby's hand.
Soon she'll form an attachment to a special lovey or a security blanket and it will provide her much needed comfort when you have to leave her with a baby sitter or even in her bouncer.
8. BABY MONITOR
Having a baby monitor will give you the peace of mind, so you can leave the baby in the bassinet or crib to fall asleep and go about doing the things you have to do around the house.
9.COOL MIST HUMIDIFIER
Use a cool mist humidifier to add moisture to your baby's room for easier breathing and as well as a good nights sleep. It will also help prevent baby's skin from drying and relieve nasal congestion.
BABY SLEEP CHECKLIST
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Last Updated on February 5, 2021 by Tira Attygalla