Same order, every night
Bath, feed, story, lights off — in that order, every night. The sequence itself becomes the cue that sleep is coming, more than any single step in it.
Dim the lights an hour before
Bright ceiling lights and screens an hour before bed delay the body’s natural sleep signals. Switch to a warm lamp during the wind-down.
Keep the room a touch cool
A slightly cool room helps more than a warm one, even in Indian winters. Layer with a light blanket instead of overheating the room.
Expect setbacks
Teething, travel and growth spurts will disrupt any routine for a few nights. Return to the same order as soon as things settle — don’t start over.
A safer sleep space.
Clear the sleep surface and soften what’s nearby.
Read the safe sleep guide
