Sleeping Like a Baby offers a gentle, science-based, child-led approach to sleep for babies and young children. This practical guide blends traditional wisdom with modern research, supporting parents of ages 0–5 who want calmer bedtimes, longer daytime naps, and a happier family. Written in a warm, reassuring voice, Sleeping Like a Baby speaks to both new and seasoned parents who seek respectful, effective strategies without bedtime battles.
Co-authored by Himani Dalmia, an infant and child sleep specialist, and Neha Bhatt, an award-winning journalist and advocate for conscious parenting, Sleeping Like a Baby is rooted in the real-world experience of families and the science of sleep. The book is structured as a bedside companion: clear explanations of sleep cues, age-appropriate rhythms, and safe sleep environments; a blend of anecdotal insight and practical tips; and a child-led framework that honors each family's pace. Drawn from their work with Gentle Baby Sleep India, the authors fuse gentle guidance with reliable research, presenting concepts in approachable language and offering checklists, routines, and step-by-step ideas that fit busy households and beyond.
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Key content elements: sleep cues, developmental sleep needs for 0–5 years, naps and night sleep, bedtime routines, safe sleep environment
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Interactive or standout features: cue-based guidance, practical checklists and routines, sample nightly schedules, family-friendly tips
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Learning outcomes or experiences: improved sleep for baby and caregivers, calmer bedtimes, stronger parent–child connection
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Writing or illustration style: warm, conversational, evidence-informed, culturally aware
After reading Sleeping Like a Baby, families gain practical tools to support their child's sleep while honoring their own rhythms and responsibilities. Readers feel more confident reading cues, calmer at bedtime, and optimistic about restful nights, with a lasting sense of connection and wellbeing that stays with the family.
