Settling your baby to sleep
When you get home, it can take some time for your premature or sick baby to settle into their new environment. You may have some concerns about how little or often your baby will sleep.
The NHS website has more information on how to help your baby sleep that you may find helpful.
Premature babies often have lighter and more active sleep than babies born at full-term, and this means that they can have more frequent sleep difficulties. This can include restlessness and breathing problems at night, like pauses in breathing during sleep (sleep apnoea). If your baby seems unsettled, you can try stroking them to reassure them that you are there.
As your baby develops, you may find that their sleep patterns gradually become more similar to babies born at full-term. But every baby is different. If you are worried about any aspect of your baby’s sleep, talk to your health visitor or GP.