Most of us have probably heard, if not used, this phrase to describe someone sleeping soundly or peacefully. As a new mom, I can assure you that babies, at least the really young ones, do not "sleep like babies" themselves. They are often restless. My baby makes all sorts of faces when she's sleeping. Her eyes flutter and she grins. It's very cute (of course I think so), but not peaceful. Also, newborns tend to not sleep through the night. Being woken up at 2:30 a.m. is not the highlight of motherhood.

So, what is a new parent to do? You can find relief right here at the library! Numerous experts have written books about getting your child to sleep. Take a look at the books below. If the call number includes "JUV," the book is on the parenting shelf in the children's room.

Solve your child's sleep problems / Richard Ferber JUV 618.9284 F
The no-cry sleep solution : gentle ways to help your baby sleep through the night / Elizabeth Pantley 618.92 P
Healthy sleep habits, happy child / Marc Weissbluth 618.92 W
The 90-minute baby sleep program : follow your child's natural sleep rhythms for better nights and naps / Polly Moore JUV 649.122 M
The happiest baby on the block : the new way to calm crying and help your baby sleep longer / Harvey Karp 649.122 K
Sleep : the Brazelton way / T. Berry Brazelton, Joshua D. Sparrow JUV 649.122 B
Good nights : the happy parents' guide to the family bed (and a peaceful night's sleep!) / Jay Gordon and Maria Goodavage JUV 649.122 G
American Academy of Pediatrics' guide to your child's sleep : birth through adolescence / editor, George J. Cohen 618.92 A

If you're too tired to read, and you may very well be, we also have The happiest baby on the block on DVD MAM DVD 649.122 H.

I cannot guarantee the success of any of these programs. Every baby is different, and if one of these methods does not work, you can try another. Good luck and sweet dreams.