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Settling pause

A brief period of observation before responding to a safe baby's stirring or fussing, allowing time to distinguish sleep activity from waking.

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Helping baby settle independently

Helping baby settle independently

What independent settling means in infancy Independent settling is the developing ability to fall asleep, or return to sleep after a normal arousal, in a safe sleep space without needing the same level of caregiver assistance every time. It can include quietly looking around, sucking a hand, making small movements, vocalising briefly, or having a […]