How to make a newborn sleep on a sleep schedule by week 8

Is your newborn awake at night? In this episode of Building Your Village, Gemma P. Moses explains why newborns often struggle with sleep, how to build a safe newborn routine, and what parents can do to help baby settle at night. Learn practical newborn sleep tips, safe sleep guidelines, swaddling basics, bedtime routine ideas, and simple ways to create a calm environment that helps your baby learn day and night. In this episode, we talk about: Why newborns need signals, not strict schedules Safe sleep for newborns How to build a bedtime routine Why consistency matters Swaddling tips for newborn sleep How light, sound, and feeding affect baby’s sleep Why parents need support too If you are a new parent, caregiver, doula, nanny, or newborn care specialist, this episode is full of helpful newborn sleep advice you can use right away. Subscribe for more newborn care tips, parenting support, and real-life guidance from Building Your Village. Need Help Supporting Your Newborn? Gems4Moms helps families care for babies with trusted support and educational resources. Services include: Newborn Care Support: Help from newborn care professionals who understand feeding, soothing, sleep, and early baby routines. Nanny & Babysitting Services: Reliable childcare support matched to your family’s needs. Training & Education: Support for caregivers, nannies, doulas, and newborn care specialists who want to grow their skills. Baby Journal / Logbook: A practical tool for tracking feeds, sleep, diaper changes, and baby milestones. Learn more about Gems4Moms: www.gems4moms.com About Building Your Village Building Your Village is a podcast for moms, parents, caregivers, and the professionals who support them. Hosted by Gemma P. Moses, the heart behind Gems4Moms, the show brings honest conversations, practical guidance, trusted information, and real-life perspectives on pregnancy, postpartum, newborn care, toddlers, childcare, and everything that goes into raising a family with support around you. New episodes are released weekly. Follow, subscribe, and share this episode with a parent who needs reassurance and practical tips for building a healthy newborn routine. #NewbornSleep #BabySleepTips #SafeSleep #NewbornCare #ParentingTips #BuildingYourVillage #GemmaPMoses