Sleep Deprivation Stages of Parenthood
- Stage 1: Newborn jet lag.
- Stage 2: You and coffee are on a first-name basis.
- Stage 3: Baby sleeps, you stare at baby.
New Parent Sleep Debt Calculator — Quantify Your Beautiful Misery
You’re doing amazing. Also you’re very, very tired. Use the calculator on the homepage and come back to these sanity-saving tips.
Survival Tips (Non-Medical)
- Trade “shifts” if possible.
- Protect naps like treasure.
- Short wins: dim lights, soft routines.
“When Will I Sleep Again?”
It gets better gradually. Celebrate tiny milestones (first 4-hour stretch = parade).