Often parents worry about their baby’s safety in their own bedroom. The safest place for your baby is right next to you, in your bedroom. If you have a crib and other safe sleep essentials, your baby can go right from birth.
In the early weeks of your baby’s life they will spend most of their time sleeping, so it is important that they are always as close as possible to you. In order to help them transition into their new environment and feel secure, it is recommended that babies go away from home after around six months. This way they are sure that any fears or anxieties they may have are still valid when they return home again at the end of each day. If you have a crib and other safe sleep essentials:
can babies sleep in their own room from birth
Since babies will spend most of their time sleeping in the early weeks, it is important that they are always as close as possible to you. As your baby grows and becomes comfortable sleeping on their own, they will be ready for them to sleep alone in their own room.
moving baby to crib at 2 months
Place a mattress protector on the crib mattress, then place the baby in the crib and use a tight-fitting sheet over the mattress.
Remove any items that your baby could use as a support to climb out of the crib. Remove any mobiles or other toys that can be dangerous for your baby.
Maintain an eye on your baby, if they are restless it might be because they are uncomfortable. You may need to help them settle down by rocking them back to sleep, carrying them around for a few moments, singing songs or giving some gentle tickles and cuddles. Make sure you always keep your bedside lamp on so you can see anything that your baby does while they are sleeping.
when can baby sleep in crib overnight
In the first few weeks, your baby will spend most of their time sleeping in the bassinet or crib. After around six months, you can start to let them sleep in a crib all night. When you are ready for this step, it is important that you have made sure that your baby is safe and that they understand what sleep means before doing so.
If you have a crib and other safe sleep essentials:
Your baby will be able to transition into their new environment just as easily as if they were born already in one.
