⌛ Soothing Timer

For sleep training methods with graduated check-ins (Ferber, chair, gentle). A bell rings when each interval is up so you can do your next check.

Pick a method or enter your own intervals (minutes, comma-separated). After the last interval, the timer keeps repeating that interval.

Next check-in in
3:00
Interval 1 of 3 · then 5, 10

How to Use

  1. Put baby down awake but drowsy. Say goodnight, walk out.
  2. Start the timer.
  3. When the bell rings: go in for 1-2 minutes max. No eye contact. No picking up. Just "shhh, it's sleep time" in a calm voice. Walk out.
  4. Click ⏭ Next interval and continue.
  5. After the last interval, keep repeating that interval until baby falls asleep.

Important

Sleep training is not recommended before 4-6 months. Talk to your pediatrician if your baby has reflux, special medical needs, or you're not sure if they're old enough. If your baby is crying in a way that seems different from normal (high-pitched, prolonged), something else might be going on — check on them, no matter the timer.