Welcoming a newborn baby into the world is an experience that nothing really prepares you for, no matter how many books you read!
But once they're here, you might want to establish a newborn routine for your tiny new arrival. Getting into a routine early can help structure and set a recognisable rhythm to their (and your) day. It also lets you learn their hunger and sleep cues and helps them feel secure and settled from the get-go.
If you're looking to learn more about getting into a routine with your newborn baby, you've come to the right place! Let us run you through how to get into a manageable newborn baby routine.
Why should I have a newborn routine?
Finding a routine that works for both you and your baby may seem like a momentous task in those early (and sometimes overwhelming) newborn days when you're still getting used to life with your little one. But it doesn't have to be super complicated, and you can go at your own pace.
Setting a routine can help you to...
- teach your baby the difference between day and night, which can help them get into a steady bedtime routine
- create consistency for you and them
- plan visits and trips out around their naps and feeds
- notice changes in their behaviour and development
