Ep 46: From Reflexes to REM -Understanding Newborn Sleep Development

The Baby Sleep Connection: Holistic help for tired, responsive parents who don't want to sleep train · May 30, 2025 · 24m

Wondering if your newborn’s sleep is normal?

In this episode, Heather Boyd, occupational therapist and sleep coach, breaks down what to expect in the first few months of sleep development.

Listen in to hear:

What sleep looks like in the first few months

What movements, sounds, and behaviours you’ll see in your newborn when they are sleeping

What reflexes, breathing patterns, and movement patterns you’ll see from your newborn

When sleep cycles and consolidated night time sleep start to develop, and what you can do to help

The role that routines play in supporting your baby’s sleep

Your role in…