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A 3 yr old and two 1 yr old.

Parenting & Pregnancy > Baby Sleep Issues Survival tips for new parents: How to get extra sleep while caring for babies

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Whether there is one or more babies, you always hear people say,"Get as much sleep as you can now." I know it's intimidating thinking about a baby waking up every 2-3 hours to eat but i learned a few things that help get in a few extra z's. Some you might already know but if not here it goes.

-Newborns sleep better wrapped up cause it reminds them of the womb. The nurse at the hospital can show you how to wrap the baby.
-Sleep when they sleep. If you are lucky enough to be able to fall asleep when it gets quiet do. Or every other nap your baby takes, sleep, and the other clean up.
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