A few things I've learned about being a mama:
1. It's true about putting them down BEFORE they get over-tired and overstimulated. Earlier, Ira would get so fussy between 7-9 each night. I blamed growth-spurts or hunger, but he was just ready to go to bed!
2. Routine. I do not do much by a schedule, ever. I just started working on a bedtime routine with Ira since I moved him from his basket and swaddle in our room, to his crib down the hall with his sleep sack to stay warm (I don't put blankets/pillows in with him). He has taken to it better than I could've hoped - he was ready to stretch out! Around 7:30-8 p.m., we bathe him, rock him, feed and put him in his crib.
He also takes a morning and afternoon nap, either on the go or in his crib, no matter where it happens, I'm now able to see it coming.
Just implementing a little more structure has helped all of us feel more organized with our days and able to enjoy each new milestone with Ira even more.
