Baby self-soothing signs

It’s a powerful thing to be a parent. A (very cute) little human depends on you for everything—they need you for every need they have.

That’s pretty awesome, but let’s be honest, it’s also pretty exhausting.

So if you’re starting to wonder when your baby will be able to self-soothe just a little, you are not alone. 

There’s a lot of controversy out there about when and how to help your baby self-soothe.

Self-soothing baby myth

Let’s take a look at some of the biggest self-soothing questions, so you can start to guide your baby through it while continuing to be the loving rock of support they need.

What is self-soothing?

Self-soothing is when we use techniques (consciously or subconsciously) to make ourselves feel calmer, happier, or just more regulated.

Humans of all ages self-soothe.

When you get stressed, you may find yourself taking deep breaths or seeking out a favorite food — these are all methods of self-soothing!

Our job as parents is to guide our babies as they learn to self-soothe so that they feel supported and safe.

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