how do i break my ten month old son of having to sleep in bed with my wife and I after he wakes up for milk?

Answer 1

If he is still nursing, he NEEDS to eat in the middle of the night. 10 month olds simply can't go that long without eating.

Personally, I don't see why you'd need to break him of the habit, my 10 month old sleeps with me each night, it makes it considerbly easier to nurse as well. I get lots more sleep, and it doesn't disturb my husband at all. My son never cries (well, in relation to sleep!), either.

Answer 2

My son is 5 weeks and he was like that from the day we brought him home. about a week and a half ago i started letting him nap during the day in his crib. then like after 3 days of that i would put him to sleep in our bed then put him in the crib once he is asleep. Now as soon as he falls asleep we put him in his crib and he sleep most through the night. Normally it takes about a week to break baby's habits, but do it soon, the longer you wait the harder it is!!! Good luck

Answer 3

Maybe its just me but I totally dont see anything wrong with letting him sleep in bed with you...if he wants comfort and attention, why not give it to him? He is a child and feels safe and secure in bed with you guys. My daughter did the same thing and when she got older, we bought her a "big girl bed" and made a huge deal out of it....after that she was fine and stayed in her own bed. If you absolutely cant stand him in your bed, dont let him cry it out...try going lie in bed with him til he falls asleep, then go back into your bed. Im sorry, Im just really soft hearted when it comes to children and I hate the thought of them in a dark room alone crying....it has to be devastating.

Answer 4

Simple -- don't bring him into bed. If your wife is nursing, have her do it in a chair. BTW, at that age he no longer needs mid-night feedings. He likely just wants the comfort and attention.

Change his diaper if necessary, give him water if he needs the sucking to soothe himself, and tell him it's time to go back to bed, that mommy and daddy love him but you're putting him back in his crib, and let him cry it out if necessary. Sounds harsh I know, but babies really understand a lot more language than you give them credit for. And at that age, crying it out can be the best and only alternative. I did it with my daughter at 11 months and it was torturous but turned out to be the best thing we ever did. It's best to break him of this habit now than wait until he can crawl out of his crib -- they you've got even more problems. Good luck!

Answer 5

He should be sleeping through the night. At that age, babies should be getting all of their caloric needs during the day. Put him in his own bed.

Answer 6

See my response to your "should I let him cry" question :)
Put him to bed, leave the room, and don't go back till morning. Period.

Answer 7

carry him back to his own bed, close the door and go back to bed.