Routines like the famous

Routines like the famous

Best time to think about routines or habits is once you get over the newborn adjustment phase and things are starting to settle down a little.  For most new parents this is anywhere between about 3 and 8 weeks.

When I say think about , that is what I mean,- just start thinking about it.  What is it you want for your routine in your day and what do you need for that to happen- realistically.

Of course we’d all love to have the nanny, cook, cleaner and general helper.  Wouldn’t that be great- just like all those famous people do. Even if you could have one of these just for one or two hours a week may be the answer for you.

It is individual  so please don’t feel pressured into getting a routine as a lot of new parents do.  This usually comes from well meaning others and is usually their way of helping.

Most babies fall into a routine as you both fall into a pattern and learn about each other.  Some will establish a routine as early as 3 months, others will take longer. Generally, the best time to really  help your baby into routines or habits is between the ages of about 4 to 6 or 7 months of age.

During this time, they have built their trust in you. For those who want to have their baby self settle, this is the prime opportunity to really cement that skill.

All babies are born with the ability to self settle.  Very young babies can do it but need help from an adult for most sleeps.

As they mature, they usually will do it more frequently but it is still important to help them when they need help and equally allow them to do it when they can.

Remember they are very clever little beings with skills and abilities that surprise us.