The parents of a 6-month-old tell the nurse that they are exhausted because their baby wakes up several times every night. What advice should the nurse give these parents?

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The nurse should advise the parents to be certain that the baby is truly awake before picking him up for feeding. At 6 months, babies are capable of sleeping for longer periods at night without feedings. By waiting a few minutes to see if the baby falls back asleep, the parents may be able to avoid unnecessary wake-ups and eventually establish a longer sleep pattern for the baby. The "cry it out" method is not recommended for infants as it can be distressing and harmful to their development. A sleep study would be unnecessary for a healthy 6-month-old who is waking up during the night.

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