My new baby is almost 3 days old and was born about 2 weeks early. She is so sleepy and never wants to wake up. I knew she would be somewhat but not this much. I'm beginning to worry. She only wakes up enough to eat and falls right to sleep after burping. Does this sound normal? We don't even hear a peep out of her the rest of the time.
2007-08-26 13:25:20 · 21 answers · asked by Michelle F 1 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Newborn & Baby
Hi -
Newborns sleep as much as 16 hours a day (or even more).
check the following sites
http://www.lpch.org/DiseaseHealthInfo/HealthLibrary/newborn/behrslep.html
http://baby.lovetoknow.com/wiki/Newborn_Baby_Sleep_Habits
http://www.thelaboroflove.com/articles/how-much-sleep-does-my-baby-need/
But for your own peace of mind, call your pediatrician. when in doubt call her doctor. Don't feel bad or embarrassed that is what they are there for.
Congratulations on your baby girl :-)
T.
2007-08-26 13:36:04 · answer #1 · answered by Terry D 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Newborn babies sleep. A lot. It's okay and normal and healthy...
Sometimes children can be affected by the drugs most moms get during labor. The doctors say it doesn't pass to the babies, but it is my belief it does. I have had 4 babies and the first one was the only one where I succumbed to the meds, but never again. My little girl wouldn't wake up for almost 3 weeks. That's how long it took for her system to become rid of the chemicals. Very scary, especially for first time moms. My other 3 kiddos were all natural and 2 born at home and we never had any of these problems at all. Hang in there hon and make sure she's nursing and latching on well and she's having plenty of wet and dirty diapers. If she's breastfed, it's okay if there aren't many poops but make sure she's wet at least 8 per day.
***Some tips to cope...
-Take a cool (not COLD) wet washcloth and gently wipe the bottoms of her feet to wake her to eat.
- Keep her on the cool side in the house. Don't keep her in 15 layers of blankets. The rule of thumb is one more layer than you are comfortable wearing at that time.
- Sleep when she sleeps. If you have other kids to watch, sorry this won't work. It's only for that blessed first time mommy time. ;)
- She's too young by a long shot to even think about getting on a schedule. Feed her when she's hungry, even if it's every hour.
-Email me if you need late night support anytime. ;) I understand, as do many other moms out there. Make sure you're taking some time for yourself, even if it's reading a magazine on the toilet. :) I hope you have people in your life who are nearby to help you...
- Make sure YOU'RE the one feeding and tending to the baby, not the folks helping you. They can do the laundry, cooking, cleaning, errands and other tasks, you'll never get this time back with your new daughter. You can't believe how many grandmas and aunties just take over the baby duty while mom does chores. This is a big No No! :)
Many blessings to you, I'll be praying for you tonight.
2007-08-26 20:47:07 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
This sounds very normal, newborns sleep an average of 8-9 hours in the day and 8 hours at night.
congratulations
2007-08-26 20:38:12 · answer #3 · answered by Marge Simpson 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is my understanding that a newborn sleeps up to 20 hours/day. Was there medications in the birth? She may be hung over. She is eating. If you are worried, call the pediatrician in the morning. You need some rest too. Sleep when she is sleeping.
2007-08-26 20:30:19 · answer #4 · answered by jjudijo 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Normally newborns need to be fed every 4 hrs or so. Does yours takes its milk regularly? If yes then you need not worry about it sleeping longer.
By the way enjoy your peace and quietness for the time being because once your baby started getting vocal and more hyper and sleep lesser you will wish for the early days.
2007-08-26 20:29:35 · answer #5 · answered by witch2order 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, it is normal. She was early so she needs some extra rest. My kids were all 3 weeks or more early and that is all they did for the first couple of months.
2007-08-26 22:29:51 · answer #6 · answered by luvmybuggins 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes its normal babies can sleep up to 20 hrs a day at first. don't let her go more han 4 hours w/o eating but other then that enjoy the rest while you can
2007-08-26 21:01:01 · answer #7 · answered by jalopina98 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I wouldn't worry about her ... you are really very lucky to have gotten a 'really quiet baby' who is happy just eating and sleeping. Give her some time to 'catch up' and she'll be 'wailing and keeping you awake all night' often enough ... but for now be assured that she is quite 'normal' ... for a 'quiet baby.'
2007-08-26 20:30:41 · answer #8 · answered by Kris L 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
of corce that is normal,your baby is adjusting to life .baby's usually sleep allot till their 2ND month,be happy u have a good baby.just get your rest like she is ,soon enough you will be busy,my baby slept allot was only awake to eat,that is very normal.congratulation on you newborn and enjoy .
2007-08-26 20:39:19 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes thats normal my child is one years old now she did the same thing. Her sleeping pattern will change in a few months so enjoy while can cause she starts to crawl or walk she will in everything and you'll be wishing she sleep more.
2007-08-26 20:32:33 · answer #10 · answered by monique l 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋