“Co sleeping is bad”
Ok ok we’ve all heard the story’s and I was very much against it my whole pregnancy I was scared of all the SIDS story’s and cosleeping stories.
So the newborn stage comes and we have her in the crib in the same room she was waking up around midnight,3am&4/5 am ,6am i diaper change I breastfeed so it was no hustle she eats/sleeps back in crib she had been good but she would fall asleep a lot and I couldn’t keep her awake to finish her meals so she started waking every hour or two and I was SO tired I almost dropped her once bc I would have her on the boppy and I was falling asleep and would tilt to the side I would be so scared. When she turned one month we started bed sharing she slept on the wall side and I C shape slept a little far from her the first night she woke up at 6 am LIKE WHAT that’s 8 hour sleep I was AMAZED so we kept doing it and she would rarely wake up to the point I let her pediatrician know if it was ok that she didn’t eat at night I was concerned but she was gaining weight good and she assured me it was ok. so we kept sleeping together and I made sure to follow safe sleep rules still. fast forward she’s 9 months now and we’ve put our bed next to the crib like in the picture and she sleeps there for 2-3 hours then when she wakes I am too tired from work to get up and settle her back down into the crib that I just lay her with me and she sleeps the rest of the night. Now ofc some nights she wakes up very energetic at 4 maybe 6 am and won’t sleep lol and sometimes she won’t settle. But i have seen her self soothe many times and go back to sleep ON HER OWN by babbling scratching the wall and clapping! something people told me she would never do bc she would depend on me to sleep. HATERS!!! Although in the beginning 1-3 months I would be nap trapped lol but I was on maternity leave so I had no issue sleeping with her. I would sleep when she slept luckily dad did all the house work even after coming home from work. I would just make sure to cook bc I felt bad lol . But I get if it’s not you’re thing you know you couldn’t do it then don’t but for me I look forward to sleeping with her and cuddling I LOVE IT and her pediatrician does know and I’m so glad she never bashed me for it she just said ok that’s nice that’s good be safe. Moral of the story do what’s good for you if you think you want to start. Try napping with them throughout the day and see how you guys do. Or if baby isn’t napping or settling lay in you’re side baby next to u in the side and breastfeed like that!
When I first heard about co-sleeping or bed-sharing, my mind immediately jumped to all the scary stories and warnings. Like many new parents, I was initially against it, fearing SIDS and other risks. The phrase “is co-sleeping bad?” echoed in my head constantly, fueled by endless online searches and well-meaning advice. But as anyone with a newborn knows, sleep deprivation can push you to explore options you never thought you would. My journey into co-sleeping wasn't a choice I made lightly; it was born out of sheer exhaustion and a desperate need to find a way for my baby and me to get some much-needed rest. After weeks of struggling with frequent wake-ups, constant crib transfers, and nearly falling asleep while feeding, I started to research safe co-sleeping practices. It became clear that there's a huge difference between simply falling asleep with your baby on a sofa and intentionally, safely bed-sharing. The key for me was understanding the “safe co-sleeping for babies” guidelines. I learned about creating a secure sleep environment, which is paramount. This means ensuring your baby sleeps on a firm, flat mattress, free from loose bedding, heavy blankets, or pillows near their head. Just like the image of a baby sleeping peacefully on a bed, the surface needs to be safe and clear. I made sure there were no gaps between the mattress and the headboard or wall where my little one could get trapped. Placing my baby on their back, on the side of the bed that had a protective barrier or was against the wall, was also crucial. Another vital aspect of safe co-sleeping is the parent's condition. It's essential that anyone sharing the bed is not under the influence of alcohol or drugs, smoking, or excessively fatigued. For me, it meant always being aware and responsive to my baby throughout the night. It's not just about sharing a bed; it's about being present and attentive. While I couldn't find specific “pictures of safe co-sleeping” that perfectly matched my setup, the descriptions helped me visualize a safe space where my baby could thrive. Beyond the practicalities, the emotional benefits of co-sleeping were a wonderful surprise. The close proximity made nighttime feedings so much easier, allowing us both to drift back to sleep quickly. There’s a special bond that forms during those quiet, cuddly hours. I discovered that many parents share these feelings, often expressing them in “co-sleeping quotes” about the precious, fleeting moments of closeness. My baby, thriving and gaining weight, quickly developed the ability to self-soothe right next to me, which defied all the warnings I'd heard about creating dependency. This journey taught me that every family's path to sleep is unique, and what works for one might not work for another. The most important thing is to research, prioritize safety, and listen to your instincts and your baby's needs, creating a sleep solution that brings peace to your home.
Disgusting behavior