Newborn sleep patterns

recovery & postpartum
Written By Labour the App; medically reviewed by Marnie Hyzy, MHS, PA-C

Understanding newborn sleep patterns can help you and your baby get better rest. Labour the App’s postpartum content features newborn sleep expectations by week for the first 12 weeks.

  • Hours: Newborns sleep about 16-17 hours a day, usually in short bursts of 2-4 hours at a time.

  • Safe Sleep: Always place your baby on their back to sleep to reduce the risk of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS). Use a firm mattress with no loose bedding or toys .

  • NighttimeRoutine: Establish a calming bedtime routine to help your baby differentiate between day and night.

Sources:

  • MedlinePlus. (2021). Infantile reflexes. https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/003294.htm

  • HealthyChildren.org. (2021). Infant Reflexes. https://www.healthychildren.org/English/ages-stages/baby/Pages/Infant-Reflexes.aspx

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Labour the App; medically reviewed by Marnie Hyzy, MHS, PA-C
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