30 Apr The 6-Month Sleep Regression
What is it?
The 6-month sleep regression is a PROgression, a development leap where your baby learns a new skill rather than a sleep regression. Babies are going through so many developmental changes at this stage, including learning to roll.
If your baby’s sleep has noticeably changed, you will feel this progression, such as shorter naps or more frequent night waking. If this occurs and your baby demonstrates a new skill, such as starting to roll over (and your child is between 5 – 7 months of age), this is likely because of the developmental leap.
Will this impact my little one’s sleep?
Yes, this can impact sleep, but only temporarily. If your little one has a great sleep foundation, stay consistent and not allow new sleep associations to creep in. But, if sleep was not great before this, now is an excellent time to look at various factors that I have detailed below.
How can I help my baby get their sleep back on track?
- I recommend reviewing your current child’s sleep environment. Make sure to have a cool, dark room for daytime and nighttime sleep. White noise can be helpful, especially to drown out outside noises.
- Make sure you are using an age-appropriate three daily nap schedule.
- Look at how the baby is falling asleep. If they need support to fall asleep such as feeding, being rocked, held, etc., now is an excellent time to help the baby fall asleep more independently.
- If you do not have a nap and bedtime routine, now is an excellent time to start one. I have a guide for that too!
- Try to comfort your baby on his tummy in the crib (instead of rolling them on their back) and practice rolling during awake time. Practice, practice, practice! Practicing will help to accelerate the process.
You got this!
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Xox Sonya
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