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How do I get my baby to sleep in the crib?


For about 2m my 3m old son has been sleeping in our bed. I was one of those first time moms who promised to never let the baby sleep in the bed. Well, when I discovered that it was the only way to get sleep, I gave in. Now, the opposite is happening. His sleep schedule is changing ,so I constantly wake thinking that because he is moving he is ready for his bottle. As a result, I hardly get any good sleep. The last few nights I tried putting him in the crib. I have a bed in his room that I have been sleeping in to monitor him until he gets used to it. He slept fine the first night (only because he was so exhausted from fighting sleep and gave in) and I slept great! He slept, woke for his bottle, and went back to sleep in his crib. However, the other two nights he would only sleep for a few hours. I am getting up almost every hour not only to feed him, but because he wakes and starts to cry. What are some tips to get him comfortable and to sleep all night? I miss my husband.

Posted: 01/06/2014 by tjsmom123

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I totally have been where you are. I co-slept with my son until he was 10 months old and was up nursing every hour. After reading every book on the subject and starting a sleep deprived mom's support group at my house, I finally started the transition to his own space. It was the best thing I ever did! I have worked with hundreds of families since then, supporting them in their transition from co-sleeping. There is hope! For those families still struggling with sleep, I offer a customized sleep plan plus 2 weeks of email check-ins. I work with babies from 4 months old to 5 years old. I have a personal investment in working with families who are tired and need the extra support, a tailored plan and reassurance I can offer to help their little ones learn to sleep better. I have been there and I am on the other side. I am committed to supporting you get here too. If you want more information, feel free to look at my website at You are not alone! Mitzy
posted 01/06/2014 by Sweetdreamspdx
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My first baby slept best in a bassinet by the side of my bed. Until she slept through the night. My second, I just had him start in his crib and he wouldn't sleep until he learned to roll onto his stomach... Then he'd roll himself over and sleep all night. My third did best swaddled and in her own crib from week 3. They all did the best when they started on a few solids and ate right before bed. Each one is different, but don't be afraid of letting them fuss on their own. They need to learn to self-soothe or they will wake you up nightly for the next 6 years.
posted 01/06/2014 by ?aklf;sf
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