The 5-8 rule: A therapist explains a science-backed method for soothing babies to sleep

A new sleep method called the "5-8 rule" helps calm crying babies for sleep. It involves specific periods of walking and sitting with the infant. This science-backed technique includes five minutes of consistent walking, followed by five to eight minutes of sitting, before gently placing the baby in their crib. The method is a gentler alternative to traditional sleep training and is particularly useful for overtired babies, though individual baby preferences may vary.