Should I keep white noise on all night for baby?

Yes. Consistent white noise helps babies stay asleep through the lighter sleep phases. Keep it at 50-65 decibels (dishwasher volume) positioned across the room from the crib, not right next to baby's ear.

How do I check the baby monitor without waking my partner?

Set your phone to minimum brightness with night mode. Position it face-down on the nightstand and flip it to check quickly. Some parents use an Apple Watch to get camera notifications without picking up their phone.

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