A friend once told me that to minimise any problems you have with sleeping (setting up a routine, naps etc) that you need to make sure that the babies room is pitch black. She has actually gone to the extent of covering the windows in black plastic so that no light gets through. And, for her at least, it has worked. Her daughter is fabulous sleeper...

But I was wondering if anyone else has heard of / done this and if it has worked for you. In all the books and articles I've read I haven't ever come across this recommendation...

I love sunlight so am reluctant to go to the extent of covering the windows, but we only have wooden venetians in bubs room and they do let a lot of light through. If it really does make a difference then I think I will happily change the blinds and / or cover the windows, but I kinda just wanted to see if it is really worth it before I do...