Newborn Baby Care Six Must Do's What Your Newborn Wants You To Know 1.  Baby Sleep Patterns Your newborn baby will sleep sixteen to seventeen hours a day. Usually two to four hours at a time, day and night. If you aren't getting enough sleep, sleep when your baby naps as well. Sleep with the baby on your chest for the deepest sleep at nap time for both of you. Your body heat will be soothing to your baby's immature digestive system providing warmth on the tummy. Your heart beat has been … [Read more...]