The ferber baby sleep method.
The ferber sleep method can be an effective method of teeching your child to self soothe, aiding a better nights sleep for everyone. It can however be tough on the parents whilst putting the technique in to practice, it is worth trying this method as it does work.
When you have finished your bedtime routine put your baby to bed whilst still asleep, when you go in to check your baby do not pick them up, instead gently reassure them. Do this for no more than three minutes before leaving the room.
On the first night when your baby begins to cry leave them for 5 minutes before going to there room to comfort them, then leave them ten minutes then 15 minutes, continue at 15 minute intervals until your baby has fallen asleep.
On the second night leave your baby for 10 minutes, then 15 minutes then 20 minutes and continue at 20 minute intervals until your baby has fallen asleep.
On the third night leave your baby for 15 minutes then 20 minutes then 25 minutes and continue at 25 minute intervals until baby falls asleep.
It is usual for most baby’s to respond after 3 days to 1 week if after this time your are still having problems then speak to a health professional.
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