Expert Advice: How much do newborns sleep?

Soon your baby will be with you, so let's talk about an important and painful topic for many new parents: sleeping. Newborns in the first days of life sleep almost all the time. The baby wakes up every 1-3 hours to eat, without differentiating between day and night.

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Hello Belly gives educational information about pregnancy. It is not medical advice and does not replace your midwife or doctor. For bleeding, severe pain, reduced movements or a fever, contact your provider straight away.