Sleep is an important part of your day to day, even if your little one doesn’t feel the same
That wave of energy you get once your baby goes to bed is actually down to increased adrenaline because your body is overtired. Don’t be fooled into staying up too late, no matter how watching that next episode of Friends on Netflix might be.The benefits of unplugging from technology before bed have been widely documented, but that doesn’t make it any easier to do.
According to the experts, it’s also important to ensure you’re not eating dinner too late. Sleep expert Dee Booth adds: ‘it’s tempting to wait until your baby is in bed, but if you can, eat around 7pm and try to be in bed by 9pm at least a few nights a week ’.While sleepless nights are inevitable in the first year, there are ways to lessen the impact.
White noise can be the secret to helping your baby sleep better, but you might also find it soothing too. Try rain falling, or wind through the trees.Sleeping on the right mattress can make all the difference. With plenty of bed-in-a-box options on the market, we tried out a– a foam-core mattress with a memory foam layer. It’s soft, comfortable and great for all types of sleepers – including people who sleep on their backs.
Of course, an extreme lack of sleep can impair your mental capacity, so avoid driving if you feel really tired. If you’re feeling the effects of sleepless nights in the early days with a newborn, ask someone to babysit so you can have a nap. If not, rest as much as you can by snuggling with your baby on the sofa.
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