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Sleep and settling your baby

Baby sleep patterns by age

Sleep patterns in babies are different to adults. They are also different for each child. Learn how your baby’s sleep pattern may change as they grow.
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Camping out — a sleep teaching approach for babies

Camping out is a sleep teaching approach where parents or carers teach babies who are at least 6 months to fall asleep by themselves.
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Co-sleeping with your baby

The safest place for your baby to sleep is in their own safe sleep space. But, if you choose to co-sleep with your baby, there are ways to do this more safely.
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Cot safety

Learn about what to look out for when buying a cot for your baby and how to set it up.
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Cots

When buying a cot, it is important that it meets Australian safety standards. Learn about what to look for, to make sure your baby sleeps safely.
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Crying baby

Crying is the way babies communicate, and it can be hard to know what they need. Use these tips to understand why babies cry and to help calm them.
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Getting your baby to sleep

Babies often need help to become calm and fall asleep. Get tips on how to settle your baby at different ages and help them develop good sleep habits.
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Getting your baby to sleep - infographic

Guide to establishing a bedtime routine and signs that your baby is tired.
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Getting your newborn baby to sleep

Getting your newborn to sleep can be challenging for new parent. Learn the signs that your baby is tired and find tips on getting your baby to sleep.
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Responsive settling

Responsive settling is a technique to help you gently prepare your baby for sleep. Learn how to support your baby as they learn self-settling skills.
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Safe sleep for babies

It is important to ensure an infants sleeping area is kept safe. Experts have identified certain things can help reduce the risk of death and injuries.
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