A TikTok trend where parents feed their babies butter to aid sleep is misguided. Karleen Gribble, Naomi Hull and Nina Jane Chad report.
The TikTok trend of feeding babies butter to aid sleep is misguided. Butter is high in saturated fat and can interfere with digestion and nutrition, especially for babies under six months. There's no evidence butter improves sleep; it may replace more nutritious foods. Babies naturally have light sleep for safety, and waking is normal. Sleep training isn't effective for young babies. Parents are advised to seek support, take naps, and consult resources like the Australian Breastfeeding Association or Little Sparklers for evidence-based advice.
