Baby Basics: Sleeping

Babies can have a pacifier in the crib.

• True

• False

Once a baby is comfortable rolling, it is okay for them to sleep __________.

• With a blanket

• On their tummy

• On their back

• With a pillow

Room temperature between __________°F (21 to 22°C) is recommended.

• 70 to 72

• 73 to 75

• 76 to 78

• 79 to 81

What is a common mistake many parents make when preparing a baby for bed?

• Changing diaper

• Feeding

• Overdressing

• Rocking

Which of the following is NOT considered a healthy sleep strategy?

• Developing a nightly routine

• Dimming the lights

• Setting the temperature below 62°F (17°C)

• Swaddling the baby

Which of the following is the recommended number of naps a newborn should take per day?

• One to two

• Three to four

• Four to six

• Eight to nine

Babies six to ten months old should get approximately how many hours of sleep every 24 hours?

• 16 to 20

• 14 to 17

• 13 to 15

• 11 to 15

Poor sleep habits as a young child are linked to __________ later in life.

• Obesity

• Mental disorders

• Moodiness

• Greater dependence on others

Encouraging the use of __________ can assist in healthy sleep for infants.

• Bottles

• Sippy cups

• Co-sleeping

• Security objects