Interactive Tools Fun tools to learn and play with. Birth Announcements Create a web page to send to your family and friends. However, they almost never sleep for more than three to four hours at a time, day or night.
Many parents worry about the risk of cot death in the first few months of their baby's life.
The Foundation for the Study of Infant Deaths recommends that babies sleep at night in a cot next to their parents' bed for the first six months. For bedding, use a sheet and cellular blankets rather than a duvet. Don't go by his hands or feet, as it is normal for them to feel cold. See our article on reducing the risk of cot death for more information on safe sleeping. While some babies sleep through the night as early as 8 weeks, many babies don't reach that milestone until they're 5 or 6 months old, or even later.