Hello everyone, I am a soon-to-be parent and I am trying to weigh the pros and cons of room-sharing versus bed-sharing while co-sleeping with my baby. I have heard mixed opinions from friends and family and would love to hear from other parents who have firsthand experience with this.
Personally, I am leaning towards bed-sharing as I feel it may be more convenient for breastfeeding and bonding with my baby. However, I am also concerned about the safety risks and potential for my baby to become dependent on sleeping with me.
On the other hand, room-sharing seems like a safer option and may make the transition to their own room easier in the future. However, I worry about disrupted sleep for both myself and my baby and the potential for frequent waking up and needing to attend to my baby's needs.
Overall, I want to make the best decision for both the safety and well-being of my baby and myself. Any insights and experiences on this topic would be greatly appreciated. Thank you in advance!

Hey everyone, I want to share my experience with bed-sharing while co-sleeping. When my daughter was born, we tried room-sharing with a bassinet next to our bed, but it was too difficult to get up and attend to her needs every time she awoke. It was also hard to bond with her during the night as I felt she was too far away from me.
Eventually, we decided to try bed-sharing, which provided a more convenient and loving way to attend to our baby's needs during the night. We got a co-sleeper crib that was safe and allowed us to sleep comfortably. Our daughter slept longer and more soundly, and I was able to get good quality rest, as I didn’t have to get up every time she cried.
However, bed-sharing has its own set of challenges. We have to be extra cautious with pillows, blankets, and our movements while we sleep. We also had to ensure our bed has no gaps or crevices, so our daughter doesn't get stuck anywhere. We also had to be mindful of the risks of suffocation and sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS).
In conclusion, bed-sharing can be a great experience for bonding and convenience, but one must practice safety measures and remain vigilant of the potential risks involved. It’s important to eventually transition to a separate sleep space when the time is appropriate.