8 Tips to Help Your Baby Get Used to SNOO

 Babies are individuals. Some are shy, some outgoing, some sensitive, and others are not disturbed by the bustle around them. 

Likewise, for soothing and sleep…some need sucking, some white noise, some jiggling, and others need all 5 S’s (vigorously!) to calm.

So, if your infant does not quickly quiet in SNOO, try our tips:

1. Be patient with “older babies.” 

If your little guy is over 6-8 weeks, he may need 4-5 days to get used to the new motion and sound. The more he sleeps in SNOO (naps and nights), the sooner it should help comfort him. 

2. Put your baby down…asleep.

We have learned that babies used to falling asleep on mum or dad need time to adjust. Have a feeling that is your situation? Try this: When it is almost bed/naptime, snug your baby in the SNOO sack, feed her well and offer a dummy (if she likes it) and rock her into a deep sleep. Then, gently transfer her to SNOO. Use your Happiest Baby App to set the motion on a low level, purple or blue. After 4-5 days of naps/nights in SNOO, her new surroundings should begin feeling familiar.   

3. Build happy SNOO memories. 

Start planning 3-4 fun times in SNOO each day. For example, give a massage in there—then take him out for a cuddle. Loving touch can help him associate good feelings with SNOO!

4. Learn the cues. 

Check if your baby is hungry, hot, cold, or needs a new nappy. Once you meet his needs, he will likely soothe and snooze. (If he continues to fuss no matter what you do, check with your GP.)