Baby should get to sleep at the same time every night, and should start with the same routine.

A sleepy parent is an ineffective parent. Nap when baby naps, and don't be afraid to ask for help from your significant other, family member or friend.

While taking baby for a car ride might get them to sleep, do you really want to do that every night for the next year?

If your baby can fall asleep without being rocked or sang to, they will be able to get themselves to sleep alone during the night.

Babies should not fall asleep while nursing, or they will be looking for the same thing when they awake in the night.

Babies get a better night's sleep if they hit the crib while they are still awake.

Don't do anything too active right before bedtime, lest baby get agitated. Lullabies and baths are good ideas.

Bedding and pillows could be dangerous for babies, so keep as little bedding as possible in the crib.

The bedroom should be dark and quiet. If there are too many ambient sounds, a white noise machine could help.

Recognize what your baby does when he or she gets sleepy. It could be touching her head or rubbing her eyes. Whatever it is, learn it and know that your baby is trying to tell you something.