Skill· 7mo–9mo· 2 min
Soothing Bedtime Routine
Parent incorporates gentle singing and dim lighting during the last feeding before bedtime, creating a calming transition to sleep. The agent coaches the parent to observe baby's relaxation responses, social engagement during feeding, and recognition of familiar words in songs — building secure attachment and sleep associations.
Free to do together whenever you like.
What you'll need
During last feeding before bedtime. Dim the lights in the room. Parent and baby in comfortable feeding position. No additional materials needed — just focus on the feeding and singing interaction.
How it works
The 3-step guide, with what to look for at each step, is for signed-in parents.
What this develops
- MilestoneUses familiar adult to share feelings such as excitement or pleasure, and for ‘emotional refuelling’ when feeling tired, stressed or frustrated.Heart· 0mo–11mo· core
- MilestoneGets to know and enjoy daily routines, such as getting-up time, mealtimes, nappy time, and bedtime.Mind· 0mo–11mo· stretch
- MilestoneListens to familiar sounds, words, or finger plays.Mind· 0mo–11mo· stretch· Step 3
- MilestoneEnjoys the company of others and seeks contact with others from birth.Heart· 0mo–11mo· stretch· Step 2
- MilestoneListens to and enjoys rhythmic patterns in rhymes and stories.Mind· 8mo–20mo· stretch· Step 2
- MilestoneResponds to a speaking personHeart· 0mo–14mo· core· Step 3
- MilestoneLooks at and follows facesHeart· 0mo–12mo· stretch· Step 2
Visual example
Coming soon