New Year’s Resolutions for Baby and Parent: Say Yes to Better Sleep
The Ingy Bingy Band, a pacifier wristband, is the best pacifier accessory to help your baby and YOU have the best night sleep!
By Emily Rogers
The start of a new year is when we all usually set new goals. For years, sleep was high on my list. I think for many parents, better sleep is usually high on the list! If you’re a parent to a little one, you know that restful nights aren’t always guaranteed. Fortunately, small changes can make a big difference, and pacifiers can play a surprisingly helpful role in achieving those New Year’s sleep resolutions!
Why Better Sleep Matters
Sleep isn’t just about rest—it’s crucial for your baby’s development and your own well-being. When your baby gets enough sleep, they’re more likely to hit developmental milestones, have better moods, and maintain a stronger immune system. And when parents are well-rested, well, everyone is happier!
How Pacifiers Support Better Sleep
Newborn pacifiers can be a lifesaver when it comes to soothing your baby and helping them drift off to dreamland. Here’s how:
- Comfort and Security: Sucking is a natural reflex for babies and helps them self-soothe. A pacifier provides comfort, especially during nighttime.
- Reduced Risk of SIDS: Research shows that pacifier use during sleep can reduce the risk of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS), providing peace of mind for parents.
- Fewer Nighttime Wakings: Many babies find pacifiers calming, which can help them settle back to sleep if they wake during the night. However, this really only works if they have the right pacifier accessory.
The Ingy Bingy Band is the best pacifier accessory to help your baby have easy access to their infant pacifier 24/7! This wristband is guaranteed to help you keep that pacifier in baby’s mouth! The Ingy Bingy Band is a pacifier wristband that velcros around baby’s wrist. The infant pacifier is always within baby’s reach and by about 4 months old they can use it on their own!
They cannot use other pacifier accessories, like a pacifier clip, on their own until about 8 months because it takes more development to locate the pacifier and bring it up to their mouth than it does to just twist their wrist.
Using this pacifier bracelet a baby can suck on their pacifier, move around in their crib, take some big breaths, and go back to sucking on their pacifier while you get a good night’s sleep!
New Year’s Sleep Goals with Pacifiers
Here are some practical resolutions to implement pacifiers into your baby’s sleep routine effectively:
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Establish a Consistent Routine:
Develop a predictable bedtime routine that includes using the pacifier as part of the wind-down process. Whether it’s bath time, a bedtime story, or a lullaby, consistency helps your baby associate these cues with sleep. -
Choose the Right Pacifier:
Ensure the pacifier is age-appropriate and designed for safe sleep. Look for orthodontic designs and high-quality materials to support your baby’s oral development. -
Keep Pacifiers Accessible:
Place a few extra pacifiers in the crib or within arm’s reach so that your baby can find one independently if they wake up.
Celebrate Success
As you work toward better sleep in the New Year, remember to celebrate the progress you and your baby make. Whether it’s fewer sleepless nights, smoother bedtime routines, or simply a happier baby, each step is a win worth acknowledging.
Make 2024 the year of restful nights and brighter days for your family!
The Ingy Bingy Band is not your everyday pacifier clip! This game-changing pacifier wristband helps babies self-soothe at a younger age than ever before! Instinctively, babies gnaw on their hands in an attempt to soothe. The Ingy Bingy pacifier wristband keeps their pacifier right where they’ll find it, allowing your baby to comfort and calm themselves while you do whatever it is you need to do!
Our buttery soft wristband comes in two styles to accommodate every pacifier.
Our Pacific style should be used when your baby’s pacifier holes are near their nose and chin when in use. It is most commonly used with Avent, BIBS, Dr. Brown’s, MAM, Nuby, NUK, Medela, FRIGG, Nanobébé, Tommee Tippee, and Chicco pacifiers.
Our Sequoia style should be used when your baby’s pacifier holes are near their nose and chin when in use. It is most commonly used with Itzy Ritzy, Ryan & Rose, and The Dearest Grey pacifiers.
If you are still unsure which pacifier wristband style is right for you, check out our style guide or text the name and/or picture of your preferred paci & we’ll let you know which style is right for you!