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Why do babies cry before going to sleep?
It may sound a little crazy, but not getting enough Zzzs can lead to a baby who’s so wiped out she’s wired and has trouble settling down at night. Overstimulated baby. A bright, busy household, screens, beeping toys or a crying jag can be too much to handle, resulting in overstimulation and the urge to fight sleep.
How do I stop my baby from crying and going to sleep?
To soothe a crying baby:
- First, make sure your baby doesn’t have a fever. …
- Make sure your baby isn’t hungry and has a clean diaper.
- Rock or walk with the baby.
- Sing or talk to your baby.
- Offer the baby a pacifier.
- Take the baby for a ride in a stroller.
- Hold your baby close against your body and take calm, slow breaths.
How can I calm my baby to sleep?
Consider these tips:
- Follow a consistent, calming bedtime routine. Overstimulation in the evening can make it difficult for your baby to settle to sleep. …
- Put your baby to bed drowsy, but awake. …
- Give your baby time to settle down. …
- Consider a pacifier. …
- Keep nighttime care low-key. …
- Respect your baby’s preferences.