Helping Noah Settle After Night Feedings

Why Nights Feel Harder

Newborns often wake more frequently at night and have a harder time settling after feeding. Their bodies are adjusting to hunger cues, digestion, and temperature changes.

Abby is doing exactly what Noah needs—feeding him, comforting him, and helping him learn the rhythm of nighttime.

 

Steps to Help Noah Settle More Easily

1. Keep the Environment Calm

• Use dim lighting
• Speak softly
• Move slowly

This tells Noah: "It's still nighttime."

2. Burp Gently After Night Feedings

Burping reduces discomfort and helps Noah settle without waking again too soon.

3. Avoid Too Much Movement

Rocking or bouncing gently is fine—

but stimulating motions can wake him back up.

4. Change Diapers Only When Needed

If Noah is just wet (not dirty), changing might wake him fully.

A quick, quiet change helps keep him sleepy.

5. Use Soothing Sounds

Soft shushing, a low-volume white noise machine, or even Abby's heartbeat can comfort him.

 

Helping Noah Fall Back to Sleep

• Hold him upright for 10-15 minutes if he spits up easily
• Lay him down on his back once he's drowsy
• Put a hand gently on his chest for reassurance

Over time, Noah will learn that nighttime is for sleep—not long stretches of awake time.

 

Encouragement for Abby

Nighttime care is exhausting, but these moments help Noah feel safe and loved. Abby is not just feeding him—she is teaching him the gentle rhythm of nighttime rest. Her patience matters more than she realizes.