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We get a lot of questions about sleep sacks, so let’s talk about it. ✨

First, the swaddle. We recommend taking the swaddle away around 12 weeks, 12 pounds, or at the first signs of rolling, whichever comes first.

From there, we like cozy, cotton footed pajamas.

As babies grow and develop, their movements become more purposeful. They’re learning to kick those little legs over, move their bodies, and eventually find that comfy sleep position all on their own.

Sometimes a sleep sack or suit can add a little extra frustration while they’re figuring all of that out. We want those arms and legs to have plenty of freedom to move.

So we keep it pretty simple: swaddle comes off, cozy footed PJs go on. 💛

What did your baby sleep in once you said goodbye to the swaddle? Tell us below. ⬇️

We’d love to see you there. 💛⁠
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Our live group consult is a chance to sit down with a Moms on Call certified consultant, talk through all of your baby & toddler questions, and get the guidance & support you need.⁠
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Choose the date & time that works best for you and reserve your spot at the link in bio.

Alexandra Pereira | em•parent•ment & Sydney Smith

Short naps can make you wonder, “Wait… is that it?”💤👶

Here’s something we want you to know: waking around the 30–45 minute mark can be a completely normal part of a baby’s nap cycle.

Sometimes they’ll fuss. Sometimes they’ll wake up and look around. And sometimes, if we give them a little time, they’ll settle right back in for more sleep.

That’s why we talk so much about practicing the pause and using soothing rounds. You’re giving your baby the opportunity to connect those sleep cycles, while still being there to support them when they need you.

And if the nap really is over? That doesn’t mean your whole day has to shift. Get them up, snuggle, play, keep things low-key, and work toward that next scheduled feeding.

A short nap doesn’t mean you did anything wrong, and it doesn’t mean your MOC routine is off track.

We’ve seen a lot of short naps in our years with our babies. You’ve got this 💕

— Laura + Jennifer

Your baby woke up early from their nap. What now?

Give them a few minutes first. They may settle back down and surprise you.

If they’re awake and ready to go, that’s okay. Get them up, snuggle, play, enjoy some time together and then feed at the next scheduled feeding time.

You don’t need to move everything up or feel like the rest of the day is off.

That’s the beauty of having a routine. Not every nap is going to be two hours. Not every day is going to look exactly the same. The schedule gives you a place to come back to. 💕

So if you’ve been thinking, “Well, there goes our schedule…” because of one short nap, it’s still right there.

We’ve been working on something 👀

There really is nothing sweeter than a baby asleep on your chest. Contact naps can absolutely be part of life with a baby. 💕🥹

The most important piece: the adult holding baby needs to be awake and alert. If you feel yourself getting sleepy, baby needs to move to a safe sleep space.

And while we love a good contact nap, we also don’t want every nap to depend on being held.

When you can, aim to put baby down for a couple of naps each day in their regular sleep space. 💤

It gives them practice falling asleep there and helps build a consistent pattern they begin to recognize:

This is where I sleep. I know what happens next.
Some naps may happen in your arms. Some in the crib.

Some days will go beautifully and others absolutely will not.

That’s real life.

Consistency isn’t about doing something perfectly every single time. It’s about doing it often enough that it becomes familiar.

💬 What surprised you most when you started Moms on Call?

moms on call | baby sleep tips | contact naps | short naps | newborn sleep | parenting | daily routine | baby schedule | baby book

There really is nothing sweeter than a baby asleep on your chest. Contact naps can absolutely be part of life with a baby. 💕🥹

The most important piece: the adult holding baby needs to be awake and alert. If you feel yourself getting sleepy, baby needs to move to a safe sleep space.

And while we love a good contact nap, we also don’t want every nap to depend on being held.

When you can, aim to put baby down for a couple of naps each day in their regular sleep space. 💤

It gives them practice falling asleep there and helps build a consistent pattern they begin to recognize:

This is where I sleep. I know what happens next.
Some naps may happen in your arms. Some in the crib.

Some days will go beautifully and others absolutely will not.

That’s real life.

Consistency isn’t about doing something perfectly every single time. It’s about doing it often enough that it becomes familiar.

💬 What surprised you most when you started Moms on Call?

moms on call | baby sleep tips | contact naps | short naps | newborn sleep | parenting | daily routine | baby schedule | baby book