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If your baby wakes up the SECOND you put them down...

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The video addresses a highly relatable and frustrating problem for new parents, offering a potential solution in a concise and easily digestible format. The "5 & 8 rule" provides a specific, actionable tip that viewers can try immediately.

Summary

The video demonstrates a common parenting struggle where a baby wakes up immediately after being put down. It suggests that parents might be overlooking the "5 & 8 rule," a method for helping babies settle during the transfer from arms to crib.

Structure

1Baby wakes up immediately when put down
2Introduction of the "5 & 8 rule"
3Explanation of the first step: walking for 5 minutes
4Observing signs of settling
5Stopping walking but not transferring yet

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If your baby wakes up the SECOND you put them down... You're probably skipping the 5 & 8 rule

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If your baby wakes up the SECOND you put them down, you’re probably skipping the 5 & 8 rule 👀 This is especially helpful when your baby falls asleep in your arms but wakes during the transfer. 1. Walk around for 5 minutes Hold baby snug against your chest and keep things calm. Low lights, minimal talking, steady movement. 2. Watch for the signs they’re settling • Breathing slows • Body/head feels heavier • Hands relax • Crying stops 3. Stop walking — but don’t transfer yet This is the step most parents skip because they think, “They’re asleep! Quick, put them down!” 😂 4. Hold completely still for 8 minutes Same position. No bouncing or rocking. This gives baby more time to settle into a deeper sleep before you attempt the transfer. 5. Do a quick arm test Gently lift their arm and let it fall. If it feels loose and relaxed, you’re likely ready to transfer. 6. Transfer slowly Feet/bottom or side first, then shoulders and head. Keep your hands on baby for a few breaths before stepping away. If they squirm, pause before immediately picking them back up. If they fully wake, start again. It’s not magic ✨ It’s timing. ⏰ 👉 Send this to the parent who’s tired of rocking their baby to sleep… just to have them wake on the transfer. 👉 Comment “REST” for my guide on tackling night wakings! 💜 Follow @babygotjaq certified sleep consultant and mom of 3 for daily baby and toddler sleep tips backed by science. #sleepconsultant #babysleep #baby #momof3