When the baby is still in the mother’s womb, it can’t tell the difference between day and night. He is faced with the same circumstances, and his actions are free. He sleeps and wakes at will, a habit he will continue to maintain during the first few weeks of life: he wakes in the middle of the night, dawn, etc. However, from three months on, its biological clock is ready to adapt to our new rhythm. Also, how to help him « stay up late »?
help him distinguish day from night
A biological clock is not like an ordinary clock that you set at will. On the other hand, we can ensure that the adaptation takes place under optimal conditions (and thus is faster). Also, like adults, when night falls, do what is necessary to create a calm, soothing, and dark vibe in the room. Close the blinds and curtains, turn off the lights, and minimize noise. When he wakes up hungry in the middle of the night, reassure him by whispering not to turn on all the lights, he must know it’s night.
At dawn, the blinds and curtains are opened to let in the light, which has to be literally « day and night » so he can tell the difference quickly. That said, you should know that babies sleep several times a day and never for more than 3 or 4 hours in a row. In other words, it is also necessary to help him distinguish the third stage: the napping stage. It must be different from the night, even though in both cases it is a sleep problem. To do this, do not close the blinds, but use curtains to filter light etc. Also limit noise (e.g. turn down the radio, etc.).
colic and crying at night
During your baby’s first three to four months, you’ll also experience colic and nighttime crying. With colic, this still unexplained phenomenon can give your child the impression of being in pain and you can always relieve them, for example with abdominal massage, calf exercises (pedal boats). As for the baby crying in the evening (or at night), hold back and wait for a while before holding him in your arms to see if he can calm down by himself. Otherwise, he’ll have this annoying crying habit, which is a ploy to take you away every night.