Whether you're in your third trimester and using the time to get caught up on important parenting books, or have just brought your little bundle home from the hospital and struggling to figure out a proper nighttime routine that promotes sleep [1], there's a reason why books on sleep training are so popular. While every child is different and there's no guarantee for what will work for you, these are the top-rated options on the topic. Happy reading, and, of course, happy sleeping.
Twelve Hours' Sleep by Twelve Weeks Old: A Step-by-Step Plan for Baby Sleep Success
Twelve Hours' Sleep by Twelve Weeks Old: A Step-by-Step Plan for Baby Sleep Success [3] ($16) is an incredibly popular book. Through a series of steps that involve decreasing milk volume consumed at night, you can be well on your way to 12 hours of uninterrupted sleep.
The Baby Sleep Solution
Suzy Giordano's second book, The Baby Sleep Solution [4] ($7), includes a new chapter that's particularly useful if parents are finding that their older babies are struggling with sleep. In fact, this added chapter deals with babies up to 18 months old.
The Happiest Baby on the Block
The Happiest Baby on the Block [5] ($11) is another leader in the baby sleep category. Harvey Karp, the physician behind the SNOO, explains the "fourth trimester," the 5 S's, and more.
Sleeping Through the Night, Revised Edition
Sleeping Through the Night, Revised Edition [6] ($13) is useful for parents of infants, toddler, and even the parents themselves.
The Informed Parent: A Science-Based Resource for Your Child's First Four Years]
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While The Informed Parent: A Science-Based Resource for Your Child's First Four Years [7] ($14) touches on a broad range of topics, the authors do not skimp on the importance of sleep training, and sleep safety.
The No-Cry Sleep Solution
"Crying it out" is a popular topic among parents, and The No-Cry Sleep Solution [8] ($10) can be a useful tool for parents who are looking for ways to soothe their babies.