Why understanding your 4-month-old’s sleep is important
Sleep is crucial for your baby’s brain development, growth, and overall well-being. Understanding your baby’s sleep patterns can also improve your well-being, helping you feel less stressed and more rested.
Around 4 months old, your baby’s sleep patterns will change. Their circadian rhythm — the internal clock that regulates sleep — is starting to mature, leading to more predictable sleep-wake cycles. You might also hear people talk about the “4-month sleep regression,” which is a common phase when babies start waking more frequently at night.
That’s where wake windows come in. A wake window is the amount of time your baby can comfortably stay awake between naps without becoming overtired. Understanding and adjusting your baby’s wake windows is key to promoting healthy sleep habits and preventing those dreaded overtired meltdowns.
This article will give you a complete guide to understanding and managing your 4-month-old’s sleep and their ideal 4-month-old wake window.
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