Dream feed: Feeding baby while they're still asleep (or barely awake) around 10-11pm before parents go to bed. Goal is to tank baby up so they sleep longer stretch without waking hungry. Works for some babies 6 weeks to 6-7 months. May help baby sleep from 11pm to 5-6am instead of waking at 2-3am. Not a magic solution - some babies wake anyway, some wake more frequently after dream feed. Best for babies who wake consistently hungry after a few hours. Less effective once baby starts sleeping through night naturally.

"Drowsy but awake" means putting baby in crib sleepy but not fully asleep. Baby's eyes may be closing but they're still somewhat aware. This teaches baby to fall asleep independently without always needing feeding/rocking. Foundational skill for good sleep habits. Baby learns to self-soothe and put themselves to sleep. Makes it easier when baby wakes between sleep cycles at night. Confusing concept for parents - how drowsy is drowsy enough? Takes practice and won't work every time, especially with newborns.

Early morning waking: Baby consistently wakes 5-6am and won't go back to sleep, despite appropriate bedtime. Very common complaint in 6-12 month olds. Causes: Bedtime too early or too late, morning light in room, hunger (if dropped night feeding too soon), overtiredness, developmental leaps, learned habit. Biologically, lightest sleep occurs 4-6am (end of sleep cycle). Easier for baby to wake then vs. middle of night. Some babies are natural early risers.