Who should get up to look after the baby at night, the husband or the wife?

Caring for the baby at night is a shared responsibility best arranged through discussion, not left to the mother alone. Even if the mother is breastfeeding, the husband can burp the baby, change nappies, or settle the baby so his wife can rest. Arrange fair turns according to circumstances, for example who has to get up for work the next morning. Lack of sleep makes couples quick to quarrel, so be accommodating with compassion. Put the baby to sleep with a calm routine so nights are easier for everyone. A husband who shares these hard nights strengthens the bond and lightens his wife's burden. See responsibilities of husband and wife.