This series has received a lot of interest on Pinterest which tells me that most moms want a routine that is good for their baby and preserves their sanity! Since I started this series, I’ve also seen pins from some who state why they don’t sleep train their children. Its obvious controversy over sleep training continues to exist.
Let me take a moment to reassure all you parents, that the method behind E.A.S.Y. is intended to be tailored to your individual child. It will allow you to parent in a more conscious manner. It does not encourage a schedule so much as a routine.
It is a routine, a repetition of natural cycles related to each letter that occurs throughout the day. A routine allows for flexibility rather than mechanically following a schedule. As I’ve said before, E.A.S.Y. is not necessarily easy, but it works.
This is part of a series. As your child grows, be sure to adjust their schedule accordingly using additional charts {more coming soon}.
E represents EAT. All babies need to eat either liquid thru nursing or bottle-feeding or solids starting at 6 months. They are less likely to be either underfed or overfed on a routine.
A represents ACTIVITY. This can usually be baby-led. A structure though can prevent overstimulation.
S represents SLEEP. Sleep is mandatory. Daytime sleep in the form of naps helps improve nighttime sleep. Good naps as a result of the proper amount of food and activity are more likely with a routine.
Y represents YOUR Time. With less unpredictably and more structure, you’ll have more time for yourself to rest, shower, clean, what have you.
The schedule I’ve provided is adapted from The Baby Whisperer Solves All Your Problems: Sleeping, Feeding, and Behavior–Beyond the Basics from Infancy Through Toddlerhood
I highly recommend reading the book in its entirety!
The routine will adjust as your child grows. And it may vary based on weight and personality.
For example, during this stage, you’ll gradually phase out a feed because the baby can physically consume more at each feed; you’ll gradually consolidate three naps into two because the baby can stay awake longer. So typically at four months baby can stay awake 1 1/2 hours and 2 hours by 6 months.
Additionally, because of natural strides in development at this age, many will wake between 4-6 a.m. but left to happily talk and play in their crib for 15-20 minutes will easily fall back asleep on their own until 7 am.
If they are truly hungry then feed them before returning to sleep for a couple more hours.
BABY E.A.S.Y: MONTH 4 TO MONTH 6
Below is a synopsis of the schedule broken into 3 segments. Click on each heading for detailed information. Scroll to the end of the article for access to an easy reference FREE printable.
Morning E.A.S.Y. Schedule
Afternoon E.A.S.Y. Schedule
Evening E.A.S.Y. Schedule
Below is the Food, Activity and Sleep Totals for each day. Click on the heading for detailed information
Daily Food, Activity & Sleep Totals
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