Why Googling Baby Sleep at 2 a.m. Is a Terrible Idea
It starts innocently.
“Is it normal for a baby to wake up—”
Suddenly you’re 17 tabs deep, convinced you’ve ruined sleep forever.
Decision Fatigue Is Real
Research on cognitive overload shows that too much information increases anxiety and reduces confidence—especially when you’re sleep deprived.
Add conflicting advice?
Your brain spirals.
Why Everything Sounds Worse at Night
Sleep deprivation increases emotional reactivity and lowers problem-solving ability (thanks, neuroscience).
So the same article that feels “interesting” at noon feels catastrophic at 2 a.m.
The Takeaway
Late-night Googling doesn’t bring clarity.
It brings panic.
If it can wait until morning—it probably should.
