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Sleep

Your sleeping baby's stirrings don't necessarily mean you have to rush in and soothe. Vital brain development goes on during an infant's slumber and even tiny babies can already start learning how to lull themselves back to sleep. Try to sleep well for your own sake and that of your family.

In those good old days that you can barely remember, you used to associate sleep with silence and peacefulness! Now, even when your tiny baby is sleeping well, she will probably be making little noises and even cry out as she moves between quiet and active sleep states. And, naturally, this wakes you, even if your partner doesn't stir at all! Always wait to see if the baby has now learned to put herself back to sleep on her own. Otherwise, if you go to her, you may actually be disturbing her during the natural transition between sleep states.

Clothing

Dress your newborn in one more layer of clothing than you are wearing yourself to keep him warm and comfortable. For newborns, except in the hottest months, this means a vest and nappy, pyjamas, and a lightweight blanket. When the temperature rises above 24 degrees C (75 degrees F), you can reduce this to a single layer. Touch your baby's skin often to detect signs of discomfort: If his hands and feet feel cold, add a layer; if his skin gets hot and sweaty, remove one.

If your newborn is premature or has little body fat, he will be less able to regulate his own body temperature and may need additional layers for warmth.

Your baby's skin may be sensitive to chemicals in new clothing and to soap and detergent left on clothes after washing.