How can we manage sleep problems in mothers with babies under one year old?

Sleep problems in mothers with babies under one year old can be due to the care itself, especially when babies are acquiring sleep routines.

We must remember that babies under one year old , even if they have already learned to sleep alone and have established a sleep routine (from 6 months onwards), may experience a regression between 8 and 12 months. This disruption of their sleep routine can be due to daytime stressors, such as the introduction of new foods or when they start walking.

What we mothers and fathers can do is:

• Increase daytime activity and let them explore their environment during the day.
• Adapt the space where the little ones sleep , safely, so that they don't constantly need our help.
• Don't eliminate any naps ; your baby still needs them. Providing and arranging the environment for daytime rest is crucial for a good night's sleep.
• If your baby wakes up during the night and starts talking or walking, don't intervene. Wait a reasonable amount of time before going to them to avoid them associating calling for you with a response from you. If they continue to call for you, we will go to them in case they really need something.
• Try not to introduce new or old filler words .
• You must have a lot of patience and empathy , give him support, but try to let him fall asleep on his own if he has already been able to do so before.