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How does a baby of 3 months sleep?
Introduction
The sleep pattern of a 3-month-old baby is crucial for their growth and development.
Newborns require frequent periods of sleep as they spend most of their time feeding, growing,
and developing. The quality and duration of a baby's sleep can affect their cognitive, physical,
and emotional well-being. Therefore, it is important to study the sleeping patterns of infants to
understand how best to improve their sleep quality. This essay will examine the typical sleeping
patterns of a 3-month-old infant, factors that affect the duration and quality of sleep in babies at
this age, as well as highlight tips for improving the quantity and quality of rest.

Sleep Patterns of a 3-Month-Old Baby

According to research by Hiscock (2019), an average 3-month-old baby requires between
14-17 hours of total sleep per day. Typically infants at this age take several naps throughout the
day ranging from thirty minutes to two hours each nap period. A consistent routine such as
regular feedings every three or four hours can help regulate the amount and timing during which
babies may feel sleepy or ready for bed.

Factors such as noise levels or light exposure can significantly impact an infant's ability
to get adequate restful sleep (Sulfianti et al., 2023). Parents should provide newborns with calm
environments free from disruptive sounds or bright lights when trying to establish healthy
sleeping habits.

Tips for Improving Sleep in 3-Month-Old Babies

Creating an optimal environment conducive to peaceful slumber entails having babies
swaddled in blankets or placed in soothing vibrations within bassinets designed specifically for
newborns; this mimics womb-like conditions where infants spent nine months comfortably
before birth.

Establishing bedtime routines also plays an essential role in guiding children into better-
quality slumber states consistently over time (Hiscock, 2019). Parents should opt for activities
like calming baths before settling down in the bedroom with a lullaby, story, or other relaxing
activity until their baby falls asleep. It is also vital to understand and respond
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Works Cited
Sulfianti, Sulfianti, et al. "The Effect of Baby Massage on Sleep Quality of Baby Aged 1-3
Months." Journal La Medihealtico, vol. 1, no. 1, 2023, pp. 1-10.
http://www.newinera.com/index.php/JournalLaMedihealtico/article/download/764/681.

Hiscock, Harriet. "An Educational Intervention for Improving Infant Sleep Duration-Why Won't
You Sleep, Baby?" JAMA Network Open, vol. 2, no. 8, 2019, pp. e1910157-e1910157.
https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamanetworkopen/articlepdf/2757871/
hiscock_2019_ic_190157.pdf.