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2025-08-26 15:07:03
My baby is 5 months old. I put sleep at 8.30 PM. But he wakes up 10.30. after that every one hour he wakes up. I am rocking the cradle for 10 mins then only he sleeps. Every 2 hours he takes feed also. Please suggest any ideas for this to change the sleep routine. I didn't put lights on. Why this happens?
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At 5 months, many babies still wake at night. You can help by setting a consistent bedtime routine, offering a full feed before sleep, keeping the room dark/quiet at night, and putting the baby down drowsy but awake to encourage self-soothing. Avoid unnecessary and excessive night feeds if the baby is growing well.

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