You may even wish to play soft music in the background. Over a period of days, slowly turn down the extra noise and light. This will help her adapt to her home. Try not to play with your baby when feeding her at night. This will help her associate evenings with sleeping and eating and not play time.
Most doctors recommend letting babies sleep on their backs.
Ask your doctor what is best for your baby. The same is true for premature infants. Your baby will probably cry for short periods at first, and will be comforted easily with a soft touch or something to suck on. As she grows, so will her crying periods. Over time you'll learn to interpret what her cries mean and be able to respond accordingly.