Sleeping advice

It’s completely normal for babies to have unpredictable sleep patterns — especially during growth spurts, developmental milestones, or changes in routine. At Hicleo, we understand how exhausting this can be, and we’re here to help you (and your baby!) get better rest.

This guide covers practical steps and gentle strategies you can try at home, plus signs that it might be time to reach out for personalized support.

Small environmental changes can make a big difference in helping your baby settle down.

Try these simple adjustments:

• Keep a consistent bedtime routine — Bath, feed, and cuddle in the same order every night to signal it’s time to sleep.

• Dark, quiet, and cool environment — Aim for a room around 68–72°F (20–22°C) with minimal light and white noise if needed.

• Avoid overstimulation — Dim lights and lower voices in the hour before bedtime.

• Dress for comfort — Make sure baby’s clothing and sleep sack are appropriate for the temperature.

Babies wake up frequently — that’s developmentally normal.

• Newborns (0–3 months) sleep in short cycles and may wake every 2–3 hours for feeding.

• Infants (4–6 months) start to consolidate sleep and may begin sleeping longer stretches at night.

• 6+ months — If sleep suddenly worsens, it could be a sleep regression linked to developmental changes like rolling or teething.

Don’t worry — these phases are temporary!

Helping your baby learn to fall asleep independently can lead to longer sleep stretches.

Tips:

• Put your baby down drowsy but awake so they learn to drift off on their own.

• Offer comfort items like a soft voice, gentle pat, or pacifier — but try to reduce full rocking or feeding to sleep over time.

• Gradually extend the time before you intervene when they fuss to encourage self-settling.

Tracking naps, feedings, and wake times can reveal patterns.

• Note when baby goes to sleep and wakes up.

• Watch for early signs of tiredness — rubbing eyes, yawning, turning away — and aim to put them down before they become overtired.

You can use Hicleo’s care tracker (or your favorite sleep app) to monitor progress.

Every baby is unique, and sometimes sleep challenges need extra support.
You may want to talk with a Hicleo care coach or pediatric professional if:

• Your baby is waking excessively despite consistent routines.

• Feeding issues or reflux are interfering with sleep.

• Sleep disruption is affecting your well-being or mental health.

Our care team can review your baby’s sleep patterns, discuss safe sleep practices, and create a tailored plan for your family.

You’re doing an amazing job. Sleep struggles are one of the hardest parts of early parenthood — but they do get better. Hicleo’s care coaches are always here to support you every step of the way.

If you’d like 1:1 help, schedule a session with a Hicleo care coach or message us directly through your Hicleo app.