Newborn Sleep Guide

A self-paced guide helping you understand your newborn's sleep, build healthy foundations, and navigate the fourth trimester with confidence and calm.

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Guide Overview

This guide is your companion through the fourth trimester—those first twelve weeks when everything feels new and you're learning your baby as they adjust to life outside the womb. You'll find practical, evidence-based strategies for understanding newborn sleep patterns, recognising when your baby needs rest, and creating gentle foundations that support sleep without rigid rules. Whether you're wondering what's normal, feeling overwhelmed by conflicting advice, or simply want to feel more confident in those early weeks, this guide meets you where you are.

What You'll Learn

How newborn sleep actually works
How to read your baby's tired signs
Age-appropriate wake windows for 0-3 months
Creating a sleep-supportive environment
Understanding sleep associations
Gentle settling and re-settling techniques

Guide Format

Text-based lessons for one-handed reading
Downloadable PDF guides
Practical checklists
Sample rhythms and schedules
Quick-reference resources
Self-paced learning

Time Investment

Completely self-paced
Approximately 2-3 hours of content
Designed for short bursts between feeds
Reference back anytime
Lifetime access to all updates

Guide Curriculum

Complete module-by-module breakdown. Click each module to see detailed content and included resources.

Part 1: The Foundation

Module 1: Introduction & About The Guide

Guide philosophy • Fourth trimester approach

Wondering if you're already doing something wrong with your newborn's sleep? This module shares my philosophy for the fourth trimester and why this guide isn't about sleep training—it's about understanding your baby. You'll learn why you genuinely cannot spoil a newborn and how to build confidence in your instincts. This is your starting point for newborn sleep help that actually feels right.

Module 2: What is Sleep and Why Do You and Your Baby Need It?

Sleep cycles • REM vs Non-REM • Hormones

Why does your newborn seem to sleep so differently from you? This module breaks down how newborn sleep cycles work, including REM and non-REM sleep, plus the hormones like melatonin and cortisol that drive your baby's patterns. Understanding the science behind newborn sleep patterns helps you stop fighting against biology and start working with it.

Module 3: Tired Signs

Sleep cues • Overtired signals

Is your baby overtired, or not tired enough? This module teaches you how to read your newborn's sleep cues—the subtle "sleep ready" signs versus the harder-to-settle overtired signals. You'll learn my pro tips for recognising tired signs before that overtired window hits, making settling so much easier for both of you.

Module 4: Wake Windows

Age-specific guidelines • Sleep totals

How long can your newborn actually stay awake? This module covers wake window guidelines from 0-3 months, including realistic sleep totals for day and night. You'll get age-specific recommendations for nap frequency and duration, so you can stop guessing whether your newborn sleep schedule is on track for their stage.

Module 5: Rhythm and Routine

Gentle patterns • 7am Reset • Bedtime routines

Craving some predictability without rigid schedules? This module shows you how to create gentle patterns that work with your newborn's natural rhythm. You'll learn about the 7am Reset concept and simple bedtime routine components that signal sleep time. A fourth trimester routine can bring calm without the pressure of strict timings.

Part 2: The Practical Guide

Module 6: The Sleep Environment

Safe sleep • Room setup • White noise

Is your nursery actually set up for safe, restful sleep? This module covers Red Nose safe sleep guidelines alongside practical room setup—white noise, temperature, swaddling, and blackout requirements. You'll feel confident that your newborn sleep environment supports both safety and better sleep without second-guessing every detail.

Module 7: Sleep Associations

Assisted vs unassisted • Sleepy phrases • Dummy use

Worried you're creating "bad habits" with your newborn? This module explains the difference between assisted and unassisted sleep associations, and why both have their place in the fourth trimester. You'll get practical guidance on sleepy phrases and dummy use, so you can support your baby's sleep without unnecessary guilt.

Module 8: Settling & Re-Settling

Settling techniques • Le Pause • 5 S's

How do you actually get a newborn to sleep? This module walks through proven settling techniques including Le Pause, Shush/Pat, Pick Up/Put Down, and Dr Harvey Karp's 5 S's. You'll learn when cuddling your baby to sleep is completely okay—because in the fourth trimester, sometimes that's exactly what they need.

Module 9: Meet Your Village

Expert support • Feeding • Postpartum recovery

Need support beyond sleep? This module brings in expert guidance from specialists who understand the fourth trimester. You'll hear from a NICU nurse on feeding and reflux, a pelvic floor physio on your postpartum recovery, and a dietitian on nourishing yourself. Because newborn care means looking after you too.

Included Resources

In addition to the core guide content, you get instant access to a library of practical tools designed to make implementation easier.

Downloadable PDFs

Multiple printable resources including wake window reference tables, daily sleep totals by age, a safe sleep checklist you can stick on the nursery wall, and settling technique guides you can hand to anyone caring for your baby.

Sample Schedules

Flexible schedule templates for different newborn ages and feeding patterns—whether you're breastfeeding, bottle feeding, or combination feeding, with realistic timeframes that account for feeds taking longer some days.

Wake Window Tables

Easy-to-scan tables showing appropriate awake times from birth through 12 weeks, so you can spot tired cues before your newborn becomes overtired and harder to settle.

Sleep Totals Guide

Clear breakdowns of typical daytime and nighttime sleep amounts week by week, helping you understand what's within the normal range for your newborn rather than chasing unrealistic expectations.

Safe Sleep Checklist

A printable checklist covering current safe sleep guidelines you can reference when setting up the sleep space or share with grandparents and caregivers who might have outdated information.

Settling Technique Guides

Step-by-step guides for gentle settling approaches that work with your newborn's developmental stage—practical techniques you can try tonight, with troubleshooting tips for when they don't work the first time.

How to Use This Guide

Practical guidance on getting the most out of this guide. Learn at your own pace and reference back as needed.

Self-Paced Learning

Complete the guide at your own speed. Designed for one-handed reading during feeds or quiet moments. There's no deadline or rush—work through it as your newborn allows.

Recommended Order

Modules are designed to be completed sequentially, as each builds on the previous. However, you can jump to specific topics if you have urgent questions. All content remains available for reference.

Implementation Timeline

You can start implementing strategies immediately, even while still reading. Many parents begin with environment setup and understanding tired signs, then move to settling techniques when ready.

Reference Back Anytime

All guide content remains accessible for lifetime. Reference specific modules, download resources again, or review sections as your baby grows and things change.

Is This Guide Right For You?

This guide is designed for parents of newborns (0-3 months) who are navigating the fourth trimester and want to understand their baby's sleep patterns.

Best for: Parents of newborns 0-3 months (fourth trimester) who want to understand what's normal, build healthy foundations, and feel more confident about their baby's sleep.
Time commitment: Self-paced learning. Approximately 2-3 hours of content total, designed to be consumed in short bursts between feeds and naps.
What you'll need: Willingness to learn about newborn sleep patterns, time to read during quiet moments, and patience as you learn your baby's unique cues.
Not the right fit? If your baby is outside the 0-3 month window, check out our 3-4 Month Course or 5-12 Month Guide instead.

This guide helps parents understand their newborn's sleep with evidence-based strategies.

Success Stories

"We completed the course and with Sally's guidance, successfully achieved our baby to independently put themselves to sleep and sleep through the night. Can't recommend enough!"

Brinlee

"I found Sally on TikTok and really loved her more gentle, reasonable, and realistic approach. Once we started her course, we saw a massive improvement. Some nights our baby sleeps 11-12 hours!"

Emma

"Can't thank Sally enough for her guidance. I followed her course and saw a massive improvement. The strategies actually work in real life!"

Jacqueline

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I access the guide after purchase?

You'll receive an email with login instructions immediately after purchase. The guide will appear in your account library, accessible anytime from any device.

Can I download the content?

All PDF resources are downloadable. Written lessons are accessible online through your account, allowing you to reference them anytime.

What if my baby is a different age?

This guide is designed for newborns 0-3 months (fourth trimester). If your baby is older, check out our 3-4 Month Course or 5-12 Month Guide instead.

Will I receive updates if the guide is updated?

Yes, lifetime access includes all future guide updates and improvements. You'll automatically have access to new content and revisions.

Is this guide suitable for breastfeeding mothers?

Absolutely. The guide includes guidance on navigating feeds while understanding sleep patterns, and respects your feeding choices. There's no pressure to change your feeding approach.

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Created by Sally, The Sleep Concierge — paediatric nurse, certified sleep consultant, and mum of two — Snooze gives you practical tools and a calm, confident approach to your baby's sleep.