"About the book" Relaxed and Healthy Baby Sleep: Soft baby sleep is no child's play (Baby sleep guide: Tips for falling asleep and sleeping through in the 1st year of life)<br/><br/><br/>In the first few months of a baby's life, the topic of "baby sleep" can become the dominant family theme...<br/><br/># The way to a firm sleep rhythm<br/>Even babies need different amounts of sleep at night<br/>The baby has yet to find its sleep rhythm<br/>Infants learn to calm themselves first<br/>Sleeping well takes time - endurance is required here<br/>Every now and then, parents need extra tuition<br/><br/># Good basis for soft and healthy baby sleep<br/>Infants need the experience of security and reliability<br/>Everyday routine helps the baby to find a rhythm<br/>Just a tired baby likes to sleep too<br/>Prevent the baby from getting tired - otherwise it is difficult to fall asleep and relax<br/>Increased screaming and howling is often a sign of lack of sleep<br/>Independence during the day also supports at night (rest)<br/>Sleeping independently makes sleeping through easier for the baby<br/><br/># The appropriate sleeping environment is important for a soft baby sleep<br/>Safe baby sleep - always in supine position<br/>Safe and secure stored in a cradle, bassinet or cot<br/>Good equipment of the sleeping place - with sleeping bag but without pillow<br/>Don't wear the baby too thickly for baby sleep - this is the best way to get a good night's sleep<br/>Quality and safety always take priority when it comes to cribs and cots<br/>In the parents' bedroom, the baby bed is in the best of hands - naturally smoke-free!<br/>Sleeping together in a family bed with some safety rules<br/><br/># If the baby doesn't calm down and sleep causes problems<br/>Not every sleep problem is a sleep disorder at first go<br/>Sleep problems often do not come alone<br/>Overcoming serious sleep problems with professional help