The benefits of learning to fall asleep independently

Learning to fall asleep independently is beneficial for both baby and parent. It can help to reduce the amount of time it takes for baby to fall asleep, reduce feelings of anxiety and frustration, and establish healthy sleep habits.

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Reduce the amount of time it takes for your baby to fall asleep

First, it can help to reduce the amount of time it takes for your baby to fall asleep. When a baby learns to self-soothe and relax without relying on a parent to rock them to sleep, they can fall asleep more quickly and easily. This can result in more restful sleep for both baby and parent.

Reduce feelings of anxiety and frustration

Second, learning to fall asleep independently can help to reduce feelings of anxiety and frustration associated with falling asleep. When a baby is constantly relying on their parent to help them fall asleep, they can become anxious and frustrated when their parent is not there to help.

By teaching them to self-soothe and relax, they will be better able to cope with the anxiety and frustration of trying to fall asleep on their own.

Establish healthy sleep habits

Finally, learning to fall asleep independently can help to establish healthy sleep habits. When a baby learns to fall asleep on their own, it sets them up for better sleep in the future. They will be better able to cope with disruptions in their sleep schedule and will also be more likely to develop healthy sleep patterns.