1. Slowly introduce
The idea behind these toys is that the feel, smell and sound of the toy will act as a positive sleep association to then enable you to withdraw supports that you no longer want to continue. That takes time.
2. No big changes
Simply combine their new bedtime buddy into your existing process. So if you are feeding or rocking to sleep just continue to let them fall asleep for a few nights in your arms as normal but hold your new toy there with you and let your Little One's hand touch the fabric and have the tune playing from the start of the process.
3. Consistency
As they finally go off to dream land they need to be hearing the magical sleepy tune and, if they are bigger bubbas, able to feel the fabric - every time!
4. Back away
After a few days you hope that some of the magical powers are rubbing off on your Little One so it is time to start the extraction plan. Slowly start removing the undesired support just seconds before sleep. Each night just remove a little more - bit by bit.
5. Persistence
Giving your baby the skill of sleep without your help can take time. The night you see your Little One reach for their sleep toy and their little eyes just cannot stay open when they hear that tune... it will be all worthwhile.
Always adhere to SIDS safe sleeping guidelines. Do not leave an infant unattended with anything in their sleep environment. Use the provided tether strap to secure the toy to the outside of the infant's crib. Babies will experience comfort from seeing and hearing the toy, even when it is not within their reach.