Hi everyone,
I'm a new mom and I'm struggling with potential conflicts or disagreements with my partner and other caregivers about co-sleeping arrangements with my baby. My partner and I have different opinions on whether or not to co-sleep with our baby, and it's causing tension in our relationship. Additionally, when other caregivers (like grandparents or babysitters) come over to help, they often have different ideas and preferences about co-sleeping.
I'm curious to know if anyone else has experienced this, and if so, how did you handle it? I want to make sure that my baby is safe and comfortable, but I also want to make sure that everyone involved is on the same page. Any advice or personal experiences would be greatly appreciated.
Hello all,
I can relate to this topic since my husband and I went through a similar phase when our little one was born. We both wanted to co-sleep during the first couple of weeks because of breastfeeding challenges. But later, my husband found it difficult to sleep and was concerned about suffocating or rolling on the baby during the night.
We initially had disagreements about it, but eventually, we spoke with our pediatrician and considered the baby's safety. We decided that it was best for us to move the baby to a bassinet next to our bed where we could hear her cry and reach her quickly. That worked better, and our daughter adjusted to the new routine within a week.
When it came to other caregivers, we explained our co-sleeping decision to them and gave them an alternate sleeping arrangement. For instance, we preferred that they used a crib or bassinet which wasn't in the same bed as us.
Ultimately, it's crucial to remember that each family may have its unique sleeping preference; however, the baby's safety and comfort is the topmost priority. So, you should choose an arrangement that works for you and your family.