Transitioning out of the SNOO
Transitions are something that many of us have a more challenging time with in life. So, it makes sense that transitioning your baby out of their magical little sleep device can be a scary thought! The SNOO helps many families to maximize their sleep both day and night, but what happens when it’s time to retire the SNOO? Luckily, we have answers! We hope you enjoy this week’s blog, transitioning out of the SNOO.
What is the SNOO
The SNOO also thought of as the $1,600 bassinet, was created by Dr. Harvey Karp. Dr. Karp is the Auther of Happiest baby on the block and who additionally created the 5 S’s soothing method. The SNOO has a built-in swaddle and automatically changes between its five built-in settings based on your baby’s needs throughout the night to maximize both infant and parent’s sleep.
When to transition out of the SNOO
The recommendation is to transition your little one out of the SNOO by the time they are six months old, can get up on their hands and knees, or are over twenty-five pounds. While many families choose to wait for the cut-off mark, some families choose to start the transition much earlier.
Transitioning out of the SNOO
Many are worried about transitioning out of the SNOO, fearing that their excellent little sleepers will begin to wake more often throughout the night. The transition out can take some adjusting for both babies and parents. Here are some helpful tips to make the process as seamless as possible!
Tip #1 Try to only turn the SNOO on during nighttime sleep. We recommended continuing to use a sound machine.
Tip #2 Once your baby has begun to adjust to napping times without the SNOO on; you may try to turn the SNOO off after about fifteen minutes each night. Just like for naps, a sound machine is recommended.
Tip number three # Slowly begin to leave your baby’s arms free. It is recommended to start with one arm out of the SNOO swaddle at a time. If your little one protests, swaddle them back up and try again a week later. Once they are adjusted to one arm, you can also unswaddle their second arm.
Tip # 4 The SNOO has a built-in weaning mode! If you want to take this progression slower, the SNOO has a built-in weaning mode. It will still use sound to soothe your little one but only motion if your baby begins to stir. If you choose to transition out of the SNOO using this built-in mode, we recommend starting the process a month before it is necessary for your baby to be fully transitioned out.
Have patience with yourself and your little one
Our last tip is to have patience with yourself and your little one! While transitioning from the loved SNOO to a crib or bassinet can disrupt sleep for a few weeks, it too shall pass. You are both doing a great job.
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