Mother offering skin-to-skin while contact napping Summary: Contact naps are when babies sleep in close physical contact—on a caregiver’s chest, in arms, or in a carrier—offering comfort via warmth, heartbeat, and touch. They can improve sleep quality, reduce fussiness and support immunity. But over‑reliance may lead to dependency. Safe handling and gradual transitions (laying down drowsy, self‑soothing, consistent routines) help ease the move to independent sleep. H ey there

Newborn baby yawning Summary: Newborns don’t follow mature sleep cycles, so realistic expectations are key. Watch for tired cues — fussiness, spacing out, restless limbs — and aim for naps within 30‑75 minutes awake. Set up a sleep‑friendly space (dark, quiet, swaddled) and try soothing methods like rocking or pacifiers. Patience, consistency and adapting to your baby’s needs offer comfort and better rest. W elcoming a newborn into your life is an exhilarating journey filled

Understanding wake window in baby sleep