0–3 monthsBedtime StrugglesNight Waking

The Co-Sleeping Choice I Never Thought I'd Make

Shared by a parent of a 2-month-old

I was never part of co-sleeping. I thought it was always unsafe. But now sometimes I put him in the bed and stay awake because that way I can hold his hand. If he's in his crib, it makes it worse.

What happened next

She found that closeness helped him settle faster, but it also brought worry. She was tired, trying to stay awake, and trying to find a way to comfort him without feeling unsafe or overwhelmed.

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