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Scheduled routine

A caregiving approach that organizes feeding, sleep, and other activities around approximate times or repeating intervals.

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On-demand vs scheduled routine

On-demand vs scheduled routine

What the two approaches mean An on-demand routine follows the baby’s signals. Feeding may occur when early hunger cues appear, sleep may be offered when the infant shows fatigue, and soothing or interaction may be adjusted according to arousal and comfort. Early cues are generally easier to respond to than late cues: a hungry baby […]