The secret formula to getting Emerald to take a nap at 6 weeks = tummy. Every doctor and new mom will tell you “back is best” and that’s how Emerald sleeps at night, but during the day the only way she’ll nap is if you lay her on her tummy.

She has pretty good head control, but until she’s able to push herself up with her hands, I’ll have her nap on the couch (a firm place) so I can keep an eye on her.