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  • 08 February 2025 12:01
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Understanding Baby Sleep Cycles: A Parent's Guide

Unlocking the Mysteries of Your Baby's Dreamland

Unravel the complexities of baby sleep cycles to improve your child's rest and your own peace of mind.

Understanding Baby Sleep Cycles: A Parent's Guide

As new parents, many often find themselves wondering what happens during their baby's sleep. Understanding baby sleep cycles can be a game-changer, not just for your child’s rest but for your peace of mind. In this guide, we’ll explore the intricacies of baby sleep cycles and provide tips on how to enhance them.

The Basics of Baby Sleep Cycles

Babies, much like adults, go through different stages of sleep, including REM (Rapid Eye Movement) and non-REM sleep. However, these cycles are shorter. An adult sleep cycle is about 90 minutes, but a baby’s sleep cycle is approximately 50-60 minutes.[1] This is why babies wake up more often – they have more opportunities to transition between stages, sometimes needing assistance to resettle.

Recognising Sleep Stages

  1. Light Sleep: Often characterised by movements or noises, this is when babies can easily wake up.
  2. Deep Sleep: Here, babies are still and don't move much. It's harder to wake them up from this stage.
  3. REM Sleep: Usually occurring towards the end of a sleep cycle, REM sleep is critical for brain development.

Understanding these stages can help you time feedings and diaper changes more effectively, minimising disruptions in their cycle.

Enhancing Baby Sleep with Bubbzy

The Bubbzy App offers a robust sleep tracking feature. You can log sleep times, observe patterns, and even receive tips on creating a better sleep environment for your little one. Try logging your baby’s sleep for a week and review the insights Bubbzy provides!

Tips for Improving Sleep

  • Create a Routine: Consistent bedtime routines can help signal to your baby that it's time for sleep.
  • Environment Matters: Ensure the room is dark and quiet, or use a white noise machine to help with soothing.
  • Monitor Sleep Signals: Recognise signs of tiredness, like rubbing eyes or fussiness, and respond promptly to prevent overtiredness.

Visit our Bubbzy blog for more sleep tips and routines shared by other parents just like you.

Join the Bubbzy Community

If you're looking for more advice or want to share your experiences, join our community on social media. Use the hashtag #BubbzyDreams and follow us on Instagram for sleep tips and user stories.

Feel free to reach out to us via email at hello@bubbzy.app for any questions or support.

Conclusion

Understanding baby sleep cycles is a step towards ensuring your baby gets the rest they need, and you get some peaceful downtime. With patience and the tools available through Bubbzy, navigating these early months can become a smoother journey. Remember, every baby is unique, and so are their sleep needs.

Find comfort and community with Bubbzy, and don't forget to download the app if you haven’t already.