Can a 2 month old sleep through the night?

Question

Our newborn is now 2 months old, and we are so sleep-deprived! Someone told me that some babies can sleep through the night at this age. Is it true, or should I not expect that yet?

Rajesh Kumar · Accepted Answer

At 2 months, a baby sleeping through the night is extremely rare because they need regular milk feeds. Instead of planning for expensive sleep consultations or fancy gadgets, just plan your own sleep schedule in shifts with your family. It is a cost-effective and practical way to manage this phase.

Shalini Joshi · Answer

Just like how adults need proper, balanced nutrition throughout the day, a 2-month-old newborn's entire growth relies on frequent milk feeds. Their tiny tummies can only hold a small amount of liquid at a time. It is completely natural and healthy for them to wake up every 3-4 hours to feed.

Vikas Tambe · Answer

Realistically, a 2-month-old baby won't sleep for 8 hours straight. A simple workable solution is to make sure the room is dark and quiet during night feeds so they learn the difference between day and night. Sleep when the baby sleeps during the day to keep your energy up.

Kavitha Srinivasan · Answer

I can only share what happened with my daughter. When she was 2 months old, she would wake up twice or thrice every night for feeds. It was exhausting, but my mother told me this is just how newborns are. They gradually start sleeping longer as they grow.

Rohan Sen · Answer

Let's be realistic: a 2-month-old baby is biologically programmed to wake up for feeds. Don't waste your time trying to force a strict sleep training schedule at this early stage. Accept that your sleep will be fragmented for a few more weeks and manage your work tasks accordingly.

Can a 2 month old sleep through the night?

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