Every method has its own special features, but there are some ground rules parents should follow:

The perfect time to start to sleep train your baby when they’re 4 to 6 months old. Keep in mind that the older the baby is, the more likely it is that they’ve already developed certain sleeping habits and realized that their parents usually try to comfort them when they’re crying or that they don’t leave them alone at night.
If the method you choose implies leaving your baby alone in the room, you must be sure that they’re feeling well. There should be no risk factors that may prevent the baby from falling asleep or that may hurt them in any way.
Be prepared that the baby will likely protest your decision to try sleep training and embrace their crying as their way of showing you their attitude toward this idea.
You’re likely to see the first results after a week or 2 of training, but remember that every child has their own unique personality, so the time when they’ll be able to fall asleep on their own may vary.

Have a look at the basics of 6 sleep training techniques and the explanation of how they work that will help you decide which method is right for your baby.

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