Twilight Sleep
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Time to read 4 min
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Time to read 4 min
Did you know it’s normal for babies to wake 30-45 mins in to a sleep cycle? This is what we call “Twilight Sleep”.
So, what is Twilight Sleep? We're sharing what it looks like and what we can do as parents to help get our little back to sleep.
For Adults: Sleep cycles for adults typically repeat every 2-3 hours.
Slightly shorter in the first part of the night and slightly longer towards the later part of the night.
As adults we typically take about 20 mins to fall asleep.
We will sleep about 120 mins, toss and turn, talk in our sleep then restart the next cycle-sleep, toss and turn, repeat.
For Babies:
With more alertness when feedings are still needed.
Naptime is usually closer to 1 ½ to 2 hours.
For babies it takes 10-20 mins to fall asleep.
We also see the stages of sleep more in babies.
Newborns begin their “sleep” cycle in Non-REM Stage 1, move to Stages 2, 3, 4 and then to REM sleep. At night, this cycle repeats every 2-3 hours.
Twilight Sleep is when they are transitioning between cycles.
We recommend having a few things in place to help!
For a peek into Moms on Call's methods and techniques view the Baby Basics videos. These videos are just a glimpse of what you will find in Moms on Call’s Online Video Courses and books which are designed to work together to guide you through every stage from birth to toddlerhood with confidence. For more personalized, one-on-one support in implementing the Moms on Call methods, reach out to partner with a Moms on Call Consultant who will be excited and honored to be part of you and your family’s journey.
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Our consultations are specific to the Moms on Call methodology, and all of our Consultants are nurses with pediatric experience who have used Moms on Call in their own homes.
Remember, this journey is a blend of challenges and joys. We all know the importance of rest and implementing simple strategies, you're setting the stage for healthy lifelong sleep habits. So, sleep tight, recharge, and relish the moments – both the challenging and the beautiful. You've got this!