Community Health Education

About this class

Whether your baby is still within the first 16 weeks of life, or you’re still counting down the weeks until birth, this class is just for you! We delve into the intricate dance of slumber and wakefulness that unfolds in the first four months of life. We’ll explore the unique sleep patterns of newborns, their rapid development, and the gradual shift towards a more familiar sleep-wake cycle.

From Fragmented Slumbers to Nighttime Stretches:

Unraveling the Mystery: We’ll dispel myths and demystify the science behind newborn sleep, understanding the reasons behind their frequent wakings and seemingly erratic sleep schedules.

Charting the Course: Discover the typical sleep patterns in the first 16 weeks, from the early days of 20-minute naps to the emergence of longer nighttime stretches.

Understanding the Why: We’ll explore the biological and developmental factors that influence sleep, including hunger cues, neurological development, and the establishment of circadian rhythms.