How do I get my baby to sleep? This is one of the most commonly asked questions among new parents, and it makes sense, given that babies are born with their days and nights mixed up. For many parents, attempting naps and bedtime can seem like a never-ending cycle of rocking, shushing and hoping for some kind of magic sleep solution.
And while that might not exist (yet), we have found some of the best products out there that can help baby fall asleep faster and for longer durations. Because when baby is sleeping, so are you!
Dreamland Baby weighted sleep sack and swaddle
Designed by a mama, parents swear by this weighted sleep sack. It mimics your hug to give your baby security and comfort that helps them get to sleep faster and stay asleep longer. The detachable swaddle wing makes it easy to transition as they grow.
It’s also super easy to get on and off, and includes a bottom-up zipper for late night changes, so you don’t have to wake your baby in the process.
Bebe au Lait muslin crib sheets
With a variety of print options to choose from, these breathable sheets are *so* soft and smooth, even through multiple washes. The luxury fabric keeps little ones warm without overheating—a formula that helps ensure more sleep for everyone.
The Simple Folk perfect pajamas
You know what’s going to help baby have their best sleep ever? Some quality, super soft pajamas. The timeless (and aptly named!) Perfect Pajama from The Simple Folk are some of our favorites. They last forever and they’re made from organic pima cotton that is safe on baby’s precious skin. They come in a wide range of sizes so siblings can match and feature fold-over hand covers on sizes up to 12 months.
The Snoo bassinet
Designed by expert pediatrician and sleep guru Dr. Harvey Karp, the Snoo bassinet gently rocks your baby to sleep while snuggled up in the built-in swaddle. Not only does it come with sensors that adjust the white noise and movement based on your baby’s needs, there is also an app that allows you to adjust the settings directly from your phone.
While this item is a bit on the expensive side, there is now an option to rent for $3.50 a day, which is a total game changer!
Hatch Baby Rest sound machine + nightlight
The Hatch Baby Rest is a dual sound machine and nightlight that will grow with your family. Many parents use this product with their infants as a white-noise machine and then as a “time to rise” solution for toddlers.
The thing I love most about this product is that the light it gives off isn’t too bright, and you can even select different color preferences; giving your toddler choices at bedtime.
Crane humidifier
The only thing worse than a sick baby is a baby who is sick and not sleeping well. The Crane humidifier helps take care of this by relieving congestion and helping your baby breathe better while sleeping.
Personally, I think the adorable design options alone are enough of a reason to purchase this product, and your child will love watching steam come out of the elephant’s trunk!
Happiest Baby sleepea 5-second swaddle
There are baby swaddles and then there is Sleepea. Similar to the brand’s swaddle that is built into the Snoo, the Sleepea is magic for multiple reasons. First, it’s got mesh panels ensuring baby never overheats. Second, the zipper zips from the top or the bottom, so you can change the baby’s diaper in the middle of the night without ever waking them. Third, it’s hip safe. Fourth, the patterns are SO cute. And fifth, the interior swaddle wrap that keeps baby’s ams down has a “quiet” velcro that won’t wake baby if you need to readjust while they’re asleep.
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