If you’re looking for techniques to help your baby get more nighttime sleep and/or you’re trying to get a longer first stretch of sleep yourself, chances are you’ve tried or are considering trying a dream feed. Virtually all of us know someone who swears the dream feed was key to getting their baby sleeping through the night. Sometimes it works. In fact, Allison often recommends it as a strategy to try before babies are 12 weeks old.

But, after 12 weeks, this proactive feeding while your baby is still snoozing has some real potential downsides. In today’s episode, Allison will walk you through the risks with these feedings as babies mature. Tune in to hear Allison’s full advice on dream feeds for your baby, both before the 12 week mark and after.

Interested in learning more about newborn sleep? Watch Allison’s free class on the 5 Common Mistakes That Can Undermine Your Newborn’s Sleep.

Enjoying How Long ‘Til Bedtime? Please consider rating and reviewing the show. This helps Allison support more parents. Click here, scroll to the bottom, rate the podcast, and select “Write a Review.” Also, if you subscribe to the show, you won’t miss any episodes!

Connect with us on Instagram:
https://instagram.com/sleepandwellnesscoach

Connect with us on Facebook:
https://facebook.com/SleepandWellnessCoach

Scroll down for a full transcript of this episode. Click on any part of the text to be taken to that part of the episode to listen in or use the time markers to find that section with the player below.