I find my baby cries constantly if left in his cot.
2006-08-09 01:20:47 · 9 answers · asked by elainefromlondon 1 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Newborn & Baby
I have 5 children and they all started out sleeping with me in my bed. I learned with my oldest that If they are to transistion out of my bed it is best to do so by 6months. I found life easier at night with feedings and diaper changes when they slept with me. We also bonded alot. Eventually by 6 months I would start to transistion them to their own crib next to my bed. By 8 months or so they were totally sleeping in their crib on their own. All my children benefited from it. I suggest the co-sleeping bed they have out these days. It is wonderful and will help prevent any dangerous mishaps.
2006-08-09 01:50:43 · answer #1 · answered by m0mmatcat 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My baby is two months old, and he'll sleep in his crib, but not for more than an hour or so. The only way I can get him to sleep for longer is if he sleeps with us. It's really kind of a pain, because then I don't get very good sleep. But our pediatrician says after a month or so, we can try and break him of this habit.
2006-08-09 08:24:05 · answer #2 · answered by Guppy Geek 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Be careful your baby will be seven years old and still want to sleep with you. You and your spouse need some alone time and having a child in bed with you doesn't help - also it isn't very safe - your child has a higher risk of sids when they sleep in a big bed with parents. Good luck and may God bless you!
2006-08-09 08:26:53 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
My daughter is two years old and she still sleeps with me. I figure it like this, when she is ready to move she will, of course if you're in a serious relationship (husband whatever) don't do it. I am in a different place than most people. Most people say to let the child cry, that seems cruel to me. In the end it is your decision and what ever yields you the most rest is what I'd do.
2006-08-09 08:30:54 · answer #4 · answered by doesitmatter 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Let nature takes its course. Don't hurry nature. In the fulness of time your baby with some coaching will get it. In the mean time relax and enjoy.Though the baby cannot tell you, he/she can "feel" your "reject-action". Call me paranoid but i think many people's problem with insecurity stems and goes back to their time when they were in the cot.
2006-08-09 08:27:30 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is a hard habit to break once you start it. Alot of Dr's say it is ok to have a "family bed", but when do you have time for yourself or your mate? And do you want you child sleeping with you when they are older? Once you establish a bed time routine where your child goes to their own room or bed everybody is happier.
2006-08-09 08:30:46 · answer #6 · answered by ladybug.leah 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My son slept in our bed for 6 years and he is just fine now at 15. I didn't think it was bad we just had quality bonding time for about 6 years. My husband and I just had to find other places to have sex so it kept our marriage very interesting.
2006-08-09 08:26:15 · answer #7 · answered by love154100 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It takes a while to get them used to it but believe me don't give up and once he gets used to it you will have more time for relaxation. Besides they are safer in a crib. You never have to worry that they will roll off and hurt themselves. If you need to take a shower they are safe sleeping in their.
2006-08-09 09:09:57 · answer #8 · answered by missy1978 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's normal. Babies are completely dependent on their parents. They *know* it, so they don't want to be left alone. Newborns are "programmed" to want to be held or cuddled 24 hours a day.
2006-08-09 09:57:13 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋