Newborn Guide
Newborn Guide

Newborn Week 10: Development, Sleep & What to Expect

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Week 10 of 12  ·  Month 2

Wonder Weeks app users note a fussy period around 8–10 weeks (Leap 3). Increased clinginess and crying is normal.

Development This Week

  • Reaches and bats at dangling objects
  • Recognizes and prefers primary caregivers clearly
  • More complex vocalization — different sounds for different needs
  • Tummy time: raises chest, uses forearms

Sleep

Total Sleep13–15 hrs
NoteBedtime shifting earlier — 7–8pm window emerging

Feeding

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5–7 feeds

feeds per day — feed on demand, watch for hunger cues

What to Expect

📋 This Week

Wonder Weeks app users note a fussy period around 8–10 weeks (Leap 3). Increased clinginess and crying is normal.

💡 Parent Tip

Establish a consistent bedtime routine now — bath, feed, song, bed. Predictability signals sleep cues to the developing brain.

Science Fact

🔬 Did You Know?

A consistent bedtime routine — even 3 simple steps — reduces night wakings by 25% by 12 weeks, according to research published in Sleep Medicine.

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