Before motherhood, sleep was simple.

Then suddenly, I became a new mum and discover that tiny humans have VERY strong opinions about staying awake at 2am

Sometimes I just wished I could explain nicely: ‘My darling, mummy loves you dearly…but mummy also needs sleep.’

The exhaustion that comes with caring for a newborn is real – especially with nighttime feeds, crying, diaper changes, and trying to figure out what exactly the baby wants this time

Over time, I learned that sleep as a new mother has to become intentional.

A few things that may help, if you’re also a first time mum trying to figure it out:

Keep lights dim during nighttime feeds. Bright lights wake both you and baby fully, making it harder to fall asleep again.

Sleep when the baby sleeps. Yes, everyone says this, but honestly, it helps. The dishes and emails can wait sometimes.

Create a comfortable sleep environment. Good pillows and a comfortable mattress are not luxuries for exhausted mothers

Wind down early. A calmer evening routine can help you settle into sleep more easily.

Try relaxing bedtime routines. Warm baths and calming scents, including quiet moments may help your body relax.

And most importantly: Please give yourself grace. You are not failing because you are tired. You are human. And motherhood is hard work

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