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FAQ: Dropping Night Feeds, Nap Transitions, Short Sleep Cycles, and Sleep Associations

October 24, 2024 • Unnati Patel, MPH—Baby Sleep Consultant • Season 1 • Episode 25

Text us your sleep questions.

In this short episode, I’m answering three baby sleep questions submitted over on Instagram this week!

We’ll cover topics like night feeds for a 5-month-old, how to know when your baby is ready for a 3-nap schedule, and what to do if your 8-month-old baby only sleeps one sleep cycle at bedtime.

These tips are designed to help you navigate nap transitions and improve your baby’s independent sleep. Tune in for practical advice on managing your baby’s sleep challenges and encouraging longer, more restful sleep.

What You’ll Learn:

Night Feeds: Is it normal to feed a 5-month-old at 4 a.m.? Understand the signs your baby might still need a night feeding.
- When and How to Drop Your Baby’s Night Feeds

Nap Transitions: How to recognize when your baby is ready for a 3-nap schedule and tips for adjusting their awake windows to support better sleep habits.
- When and How to Approach Nap Transitions: Part 1
- When and How to Approach Nap Transitions: Part 2

Independent Sleep: Struggling with an 8-month-old only sleeping one sleep cycle at bedtime? Learn why this happens and how to foster independent sleep practices for more consistent, uninterrupted sleep.

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