05/06/2025
Here in Michigan, the temps are finally starting to rise and there’s no longer a risk for snow showers 😳
☁️So as we move from Spring to Summer lets talk about how we can create an optimal sleep environment for our little ones.
❄️Keep It Cool. Did you know the optimal temperature for baby’s room is between 68-82? Most of our A/C units are working overtime over the summer months but even that doesn’t quite cut it. Try using a fan in your child’s room if the temperate is still not ideal.
🩲Less is Best. Forget the footie pajamas. Pack away the fleece. Leave the long sleeves in the closet. Dressing baby in a short sleeved shirt or onesie with a super light sleep sack (think thin cotton or muslin) should be your go to this summer.
🌞Avoid Sunlight. Not all day, but consider coming inside an hour prior to bedtime. Sunlight actually prohibits your body’s production of melatonin (our sleepy hormone). So going directly from sunlight to baby’s room, may hinder her chances of falling asleep at a decent hour. She needs time to build optimal levels of melatonin required to sleep.
💦Chug, chug, chug. Dehydration also hinders melatonin production. So make sure your child is very well hydrated. Avoid sugary drinks and caffeine, stick to water as much as you can.
🌳Get outside. Fresh air can help baby sleep. So spending time outside, running, jumping, playing or even a simple walk should be on the schedule each day. Exposure to sunlight also helps set baby’s circadian rhythm.
👇Tag a friend in the comments who would benefit from these summer sleep tips!
Sleep Well 🤍
