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Jul 06

Five Things To Include In Baby’s Bedtime Routine & Giveaway

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This is a sponsored post on behalf of Hallmark. All opinions are my own.

Here are FIVE things to include in your bundle of joy’s bedtime routine, guaranteed to make the transition from day to night easier!

5 Things To Include In Your Babys Bedtime RoutineGetting a good night’s rest seems nearly impossible for all new parents. As you enter the world of parenthood, it becomes more of a past time than an actual necessity. Have you ever seen a walking “MOMbie?” Yes they exist and they’re typically running on a pot off coffee instead of brains. If you have at least once child then you know the struggle all to well. By the second you learn to live on 3-4 hours of sleep a night and when the third comes along, caffeine becomes a life line. Regardless of how many times you’ve gone through it, every sleep deprived parent can appreciate the consistency of a bedtime routine that actually works.

When Toodie was born, it was a challenge to get her to sleep through the entire night. Tackling the transition from day time to night can be very frustrating when your little bundle of joy does not want to participate! As a new mom, I was always over analyzing every little cry and coo that came out of her. After jumping at each faint mumble, gurgle, and whine – I regularly found myself dozing off during the wee hours of the A.M, only moments before she was due to be fed. Yes, I was that parent – the worry wart! I had to learn the hard way.

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It wasn’t easy but several weeks of trial & error helped us get into the groove of having a newborn home. With a few changes in our routine, we were able to figure out how to make bedtime easier on all of us by getting Toodie to sleep the entire night.

Here are 5 things that worked for us and made the transition into sleep mode painless. New parent tested. New parent approved. New parent ESSENTIALS!

Baby Bedtime Routine Tips

swaddle blanketSwaddle blankets are an absolute must-have for baby. Swaddling is truly an art form and if done correctly, your little one will sleep soundly without any disturbances. Wrapping them up like little burritos may look funny but it actually makes them feel safe, secure, comfortable, and cozy. Think of them as a mini toaster. Before your baby’s internal thermostat kicks in, the swaddle blanket will help keep them warm. These feelings are also associated with being inside mommy’s womb which is why it’s a calming experience that will promote a better night’s rest.

bathtime blissA warm bath before bedtime can make all the difference in how well your baby will sleep through the night. JOHNSON’S® has created a 3 step routine that incorporates bath time and massage to promote relaxation before a long snooze. After bathing with JOHNSON’S® BEDTIME® Moisture Wash, a soothing massage can help them feel calm and ready for bed.

comfy pajamasAfter a nice long bath and a calming massage, place baby in a comfy pair of pajamas. take this time to connect. Spending quiet time alone with your baby before you lay them down will also help them to feel more relaxed and at ease. Whether it’s by reading a story or singing a lullaby, this is the time to bond. The Good-Night Kisses Baby Gift Set has everything you need to set the mood for baby’s entry into dreamland.

soothing soundsAt one point or another, every new parent discovers the beauty of the classic monotonous tunes known as lullabies. Not only do they help baby relax and drift of into a peaceful night’s sleep, the soft sounds remind them of being in your womb. Whether the music comes from a crib mobile or CD, continuous music will do the trick.

scheduled feedingsBefore mastering a bedtime routine that actually works, make sure you have your feedings scheduled. By tracking your baby’s feedings, it will be much easier to establish a schedule that allows for lengthy naps and longer hours of rest at night. While newborns tend to wake up more often, every 2-3 hours, their stretches of sleep will increase as months pass. Hang in there! This may be the hard part but once your baby has gained a little weight, they will not need to be fed as often during odd hours of the night.

Young At Heart Mommy Baby Sleep Routine Tips

 JOHNSON’S® knows exactly how important a good night’s rest is for parents and their babies. Their Good-Night Kisses Baby Gift Set has been curated to fight the bed time blues so all parties can sleep more soundly! You can enter to win your own set below. It contains the following items:

  • JOHNSON’S® baby BEDTIME® bath 
  • JOHNSON’S® baby BEDTIME® lotion 
  • JOHNSON’S® baby shampoo calming lavender 
  • HALLMARK® GOOD-NIGHT KISSES Book
  • HALLMARK® Plush Owl

The Good-Night Kisses Baby Gift Set is available at Target, Babies ‘R Us and Buy Buy Baby.

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Filed Under: Family, Giveaway Tagged: #LoveHallmark, Baby Bedtime Essentials, Giveaway, Good-Night Kisses Baby Gift Set

Comments

  1. Jenny S says

    Jul 09 at 4:02 am

    A full tummy helps. Also, a comfy sleeper that fits well.
  2. Betsy says

    Jul 09 at 1:32 pm

    we follow a routine
  3. Patricia D says

    Jul 09 at 2:42 pm

    These are some great tips! I have a baby nephew arriving any day now! So exciting! I'm passing along the article to my sister-in-law and hoping to win this set for them! Thanks for the tips!
  4. Steph D. says

    Jul 09 at 7:47 pm

    I try my best to follow a routine although it is sometimes hard! I also use a sound machine with ocean waves for my son and it helps relax him.
  5. jeremy mclaughlin says

    Jul 09 at 10:39 pm

    Keep him on a schedule.
  6. Krista M says

    Jul 10 at 12:54 am

    I am taking notes as I am expecting my first in a couple of weeks... but I've heard a routine helps!
  7. MaryAnn says

    Jul 10 at 1:38 am

    I have a bedtime routine for my little ones so they know what to expect.
  8. Jenna says

    Jul 10 at 8:58 am

    I've found she loves bath time right before bed, it makes her relax and sleep so soundly.
  9. Laura m says

    Jul 10 at 11:10 am

    With a relaxing bath and soft music every night.
  10. Livivua says

    Jul 10 at 8:44 pm

    A good bath and snuggle time is very important
  11. dana germain says

    Jul 11 at 1:03 am

    a fully belly and a nice warm bath
  12. Carrie says

    Jul 11 at 2:02 am

    We stick to a routine
  13. Laura says

    Jul 11 at 3:30 am

    I think the most important thing is to establish a sleeping schedule!
  14. beth says

    Jul 11 at 1:47 pm

    We keep to a schedule. That seems to be the best!
  15. Brooke Dix says

    Jul 11 at 2:07 pm

    I will be a first time mom in January 2017! I hope I figure out quickly how to get the little one a good night's rest, as well as for mommy. :)
  16. darby says

    Jul 11 at 4:19 pm

    I try to put him to bed at the same time every nigth
  17. Amelia Joubert says

    Jul 11 at 5:17 pm

    stuffies!
  18. Lindsey Khatri says

    Jul 11 at 5:40 pm

    Definitely a full tummy, also, lots of physical activity during the day!
  19. Danielle Bell says

    Jul 12 at 2:42 am

    Sticking to a routine
  20. Tandi Cortez says

    Jul 12 at 6:17 am

    I ensure my little ones get a good nights rest by staying on a schedule.
  21. RobynA says

    Jul 12 at 5:06 pm

    Staying on schedule helps and a full tummy!
  22. June Lisle says

    Jul 13 at 12:33 am

    I try to keep a routine with my little ones when getting them ready for bed after they have a full stomach. Things like the diaper change, talking, praying, singing, tooth brushing, etc
  23. Valerie Peace says

    Jul 13 at 2:24 am

    A good dinner and a routine
  24. megan tilley says

    Jul 13 at 4:18 am

    We attempt to stick to a routine, lullabies, lotion, rocking and prayers.
  25. Marie says

    Jul 13 at 7:22 pm

    Having a consistent bedtime routine is the best way I have found to help ensure sleep. :-)
  26. adrien beatty says

    Jul 14 at 8:10 am

    What I always found soothing for my babies was a nice bath and baby massages. Followed by some rocking and soft sung lullabies.
  27. Chelsey L says

    Jul 15 at 2:02 am

    We always read a book before bed and "talk" about the day we had!
  28. Misty Deatherage says

    Jul 16 at 4:29 am

    Sticking to a routine helps a ton!
  29. kelley foulk says

    Jul 16 at 4:26 pm

    full tummy and tlc
  30. Dawn Ganey says

    Jul 16 at 8:44 pm

    Warm lavender bath for my grandbabies.
  31. Gabrielle Dunai says

    Jul 17 at 12:18 am

    Having a routine
  32. Tori Shea says

    Jul 17 at 12:45 pm

    I use JOHNSON’S® baby BEDTIME® bath.
  33. Amy Orvin says

    Jul 17 at 3:27 pm

    Having a nice warm bath and a good meal always does the trick for a good night's sleep.
  34. Jessica To says

    Jul 17 at 4:49 pm

    We try to keep a normal routine each night.
  35. Jenna Hudson says

    Jul 17 at 9:06 pm

    A fully belly and a nice relaxing warm bath.
  36. Donice Orvin says

    Jul 18 at 1:01 am

    Have a nice comforting bath with J&J and rock them with a lullaby.
  37. Britt says

    Jul 18 at 3:34 pm

    It's all about the 3 Bs - bath, bottle, bed!
  38. Fiona N says

    Jul 19 at 9:09 am

    I try to keep a normal routine every night: warming bath and my baby's favorite songs Thank You for the chance
  39. Kelly McGrew says

    Jul 20 at 1:43 am

    my sister uses gripe water to calm my nephews belly! he has a slight irritation to formula we think!
  40. Noura A says

    Jul 20 at 3:49 am

    I give my lil son before bed and it relaxes him x
  41. Linda Kwolek says

    Jul 20 at 3:54 am

    I make sure my granddaughter gets a go i d nights rest by making sure she has a full tummy and clean diaper.
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