08/22/2026
Is your baby over 4 months old but still waking like a newborn? 😴
Whenever a mom tells me she is waking 4+ times a night, it’s usually followed by “How do I stop feeding to sleep” or “Rocking to sleep” …
Always remember, the way your baby falls asleep for naps and bedtime is how they expect to fall back asleep when they wake during a short nap or the night!
What your baby associates with sleep is important, it could be any of these …
• Dark room
• Sleep Sack
• Being rocked, bounced or fed to sleep
• A soother
• Sound Machine
What you may be experiencing right now:
• Waking 2–4+ times a night
• Struggles with settling at bedtime
• Only falling asleep while feeding, rocking, or bouncing
• Waking 30–60 minutes after bedtime and possibly throughout the night
• Short naps
In the newborn stage, it’s all about survival - I’ve been there too 🤍 But as your little one gets older, they’re capable of learning a new sleep skill with the right guidance! Sometimes what worked before, isn’t working anymore and that’s okay!
✨ Gentle ways to start:
• Create a consistent bedtime routine (20+ minutes)
• Try settling them a different way before feeding or rocking
• Pause for a moment before responding to see what they can do (start with 3 minutes)
• Practice one nap a day where they have the opportunity to fall asleep in their sleep space - the first nap is often the easiest
Remember, this isn’t about leaving your baby to cry, it’s about supporting them while they learn a new skill, with you right by their side 🤍
If you’re exhausted, overwhelmed, and wondering where to start because you’ve been living in a sleep cycle of chaos then you’re in the right place!!
Comment “SLEEP” below and I’ll send you the details about my 1:1 sleep support so we can create a personalized plan to help your baby sleep longer and support you to get the rest you deserve ✨