Cluster feeding

My 1 week old cluster feeds from around 10:00pm - 2:00am. And during this time we go through multiple nappy changes and attempts to put him down because he falls asleep. I’m exhausted around this time of the day too. Any tips for surviving?

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Netflix or headphones to listen to books/ podcasts and music. And have drinks/ snacks nearby. It will pass 😴😴

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Snacks and Netflix. Try and get a nap in before if family/friend can sit with LO to get an hour or so before bed (easier said than done). Also try manage expectations of LO going down, it’s hard to not clock watch when you just need to sleep but sometimes expecting it’s not going to happen takes the stress/anxiety out of it. Cluster feeding is draining but it won’t last forever, you’ve got this ❤️

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