Frequently Asked Questions - Sleep



Our Expert Health Visitors have answered the following questions on Breastfeeding to aid parents of infants & children 0-5 years. Look through the questions listed below, or use our confidential online Health Visitor support service if you would like to ask your own question.////


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Q Our first child is now twelve months old and we are expecting our second baby in five months time. When is the best time to switch our daughter from her cot to a bed? health visitors response

Q My daughter has recently started asking to come and sleep in my bed because she hates being lonely. Is there anything I can do to help her overcome this feeling at night times, as I would like her to enjoy her room and be happy to sleep in there alone? health visitors response

Q How can I get my baby into a sleeping routine? health visitors response

Q How much sleep does my baby need? health visitors response

Q Why does my baby need to nap through the day? health visitors response

Q How do I get my 3 year old to have his afternoon nap? health visitors response

Q I am thinking of using the controlled crying method to get my baby to sleep what do I do? health visitors response

Q How to I get my baby to move into and sleep in their own room? health visitors response

Q Can I bring my baby into my bed? health visitors response

Q Why is my baby suddenly waking at night? health visitors response

Q What cot should I buy for my baby? health visitors response

Q My baby has developed a flat head? health visitors response