how do I get baby to sleep in his crib??

Question

I have a two week old that refuses to sleep anywhere other than on top/ next to me. I love baby cuddles and honestly it's been convenient since I breast feed but I want him to sleep in his own crib... tips?

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Don't put him in the crib if he doesn't like it. Buy a bassinet that clips on your bed or a dock a tot. Baby obviously doesn't like the idea of sleeping in a box in another room without you. You are his lifeline, he deserves to be with you. He will grow out of it soon don't worry!

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Halo Sleep Swaddle Sack helps majorly. Keep them in a bassinet or a pack n play next to you. You can swaddle them, lay them down as they are drifting off or wait til they are asleep. You can rub their belly until they fall asleep completely.

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We had a twin PAC n play for our girls, but they we had a sleepless week most of their fifth week. Went out and bought a Serta IComfort for babies and a Rock and Play to see if the incline and the closeness helped and it has been a god send. Both babies are sleeping at least three hours between feeds sometimes more like four or even five.

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You could stay with the baby and rub their tummy or pat their diaper until they fall asleep. Do you have a bassinet or pack n play? The crib may feel too big, baby is used to small spaces. If you have a bassinet or pack n play you could put it next to your bed and touch baby until they fall asleep.

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My daughter slept with me until she was 6 months old. Transitioning to her crib was fairly painless too. Most nights she falls asleep in it and sleeps all night, but if her teeth are bothering her (she's cutting all 4 molars at once) she will wake up and fuss and end up in bed with us.

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Baby is pretty new and needs that warmth and reassurance. You could try putting a tshirt that smells like you down on the mattress. Try swaddling and white noise. Good luck!

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Swaddle the baby.

how do I get baby to sleep in his crib??

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