As the saying goes, “The definition of insanity is doing the same thing over and over again and expecting a different outcome.” This often feels all too real for tired parents, especially when it comes to sleep.
It’s easy to hope that eventually, your baby will learn how to sleep better on their own—but waiting and hoping without taking action can leave both you and your baby in a cycle of sleepless nights.
Babies, just like us, need guidance.
We wouldn’t expect them to master walking or talking without a bit of help, and sleep is no different. The truth is, sleep is a skill, and like any skill, it needs to be nurtured, encouraged, and taught.
Helping your baby learn to sleep better doesn’t mean forcing them into a rigid method or abandoning their needs. It means supporting them to feel safe, comfortable, and ready to sleep, even when they’re learning how to self-settle.
The Power of Sleep Routines and Consistency
The key to better sleep often lies in helping your baby feel secure in their environment. One important aspect of this is making sure your baby falls asleep where you intend for them to wake up.
If your baby dozes off in one place but wakes up somewhere else, it can be unsettling and make it harder for them to feel comfortable during the night. By creating a predictable routine, you’re helping your baby understand where they are, that they’re safe, and that sleep is coming.
Establishing a positive routine and sleep behaviors can feel overwhelming, especially with the endless advice from family, friends, and social media. Everyone has an opinion, and every baby is different.
This is where Lullababy SOS comes in. The goal of our consultation is to filter through the noise and create a flexible routine and an individualized settling strategy that works for you and your baby.
No one-size-fits-all solutions here—because babies are unique individuals, with their own personalities, temperaments, and sleep needs.
What Does It Mean to Teach a Baby to Sleep?
Teaching your baby to sleep better is often misunderstood. This is not about letting your baby cry alone until they “figure it out.” I don’t believe in methods like Controlled Crying or Cry-It-Out, which can lead to distress for both you and your baby. Instead, it’s about working with your baby’s natural rhythms and developmental needs to create an approach that helps them feel safe and supported.
Every step of the way, you’ll be there, comforting and guiding your baby as they learn how to fall asleep on their own. The aim is not to force independence but to gently encourage your baby to develop the skills they need to settle and sleep in their own time.
It’s Not About Reinventing the Wheel—It’s About Perspective
There’s a lot of conflicting advice out there, and it can make you feel like you’re going in circles, trying different approaches with little success. But we’re not here to reinvent the wheel. The goal is to put your baby’s sleep into perspective—cutting through the clutter of blogs, plans, and recommendations to find what truly works for you and your baby.
With Lullababy SOS, we’ll work together to develop a routine that suits your family, without stress or pressure. It’s all about finding balance and learning how to help your baby settle in a way that builds their confidence and strengthens your bond, all while ensuring that neither you nor your baby ever feel overwhelmed.
Sleep is essential for both baby and parent—it’s not just about surviving the night, but thriving as a family. By helping your baby master sleep skills, you’re setting the stage for better sleep and a happier, more rested household. And that’s a result worth working toward.