You’ve just came home from the hospital, and your newborn just don’t stop crying?
Your baby, who was sleaping peacefully just moments ago, suddenly becomes a bundle of nerves?
As if that’s not enough, they’re on a non-stop breastfeeding marathon. And let’s not forget the sleep deprivation that hits you like a ton of bricks.
You start questioning everything: Did I break my baby? Am I doing something wrong? And oh, the classic: Is my milk supply enough?
But don’t worry, mamma, that behavior is the “second night syndrome”. And it’s as normal as it gets.
Second Night Syndrome typically occurs about 24 hours after birth and affects nearly all newborns. During this time, your baby will want to nurse frequently but will often fall asleep quickly at the breast. When you try to put them down, they are likely to wake up. If you nurse them again, they will feed briefly before falling asleep again.
This behavior is a normal part of your baby’s adjustment to life outside the womb.
In the womb, babies have everything they need – perfect temperature, food, cozy space.
But once they’re born, it’s a big change.
They have to get used to sleeping in a crib, deal with room temperature changes, and figure out if they’re too hot or too cold. Going from the womb to the real world is a big adjustment for them.
How can we blame them for being fussy?
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Dealing with Second Night Syndrome might seem challenging, but with the right tools, you’ll do just fine.
Remember that this is normal, and that there isn’t something wrong with your baby.
It’s important to be patient with both your baby and yourself.
One day you’ll get to enjoy some good sleep again… even if it’s a few years down the road!
How was your baby in the second night? Let me know in the comments below.
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