Question
The baby falls asleep after feeding during the day and sleeps continuously from 2 a.m. to 7 a.m., then wakes up to feed and drink water. What kind of help is needed to adjust the baby’s sleep schedule?
Answer
Babies of this age generally have not yet formed a fixed circadian rhythm and need to sleep nearly 20 hours a day. After one month, their sleep schedule will gradually improve. Typically, by 4 months old, babies start to understand that it’s time for sleep at night. At 3 to 4 months, they can play for one or two hours consecutively during the day, which is a good time to interact with them, sing songs, show pictures, or play games. Avoid activities that excite them before their afternoon nap. At night, ensure the environment is quiet and dark.