So, we've been having a bit of trouble with the little man being happy to sleep during the day, but not so much at night. We've resorted to co-sleeping a number of times, but really aren't keen on it - not only do we get poor sleep for fear of squashing or smothering him, but we also don't want to create any habits we'll have trouble breaking later.
Last night, I figured he was quite happy in his basinet during the day, so maybe the deterent was somehow the bedroom. I settled him in the basinet in the lounge and got ready for a good sleep on the couch. Cooper's response? 'I'm not that dumb, Mum, I know it's nighttime! And the only way I'm gonna stay settled is if my mouth is over your boob so that I can have a suck any time I stir.' I caved, and we went to bed with him snuggled next to me.
Thankfully, when Daddy got home a couple hours later, he did just a little pacing and Cooper settled IN HIS BASINET and slept for about 2 1/2 hrs there! We had a big feed at 2am, then he went back to his basinet for almost another 3 hours! So happy! If we can do that every night, plus I can sneak in a nap or two during the day, I'll be happy as!
Question though... how is Cooper smart enough to know night from day, but struggles to distinguish between nipple and his own fingers?? SO cute to see his devastated little face when he gets his fingers in the way, sucks furiously and is so disappointed when no milk comes! lol!
Since he doesn't know about fingers yet, I'd say dark and light would be easier to differ. he he. Glad he's starting to sleep at night in his basinet for you. Daddy's soothing touch?
ReplyDeleteOh I can answer the fingers thing sort of. Its an immature nervous system thing, so his body doesn't recognise his limbs as being his own. It can happen for ppl who have brain damage too. My babies didn't suffer from co sleeping and we didn't have to "break habits" with Addie, she grew out of it.
ReplyDeleteOh, I hope he grows out of it quickly!! Much as I love cuddles with Cooper, I like my space when sleeping!!!
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