Sleeping training 😭 UPDATE

Last night was the first night I let my baby cry it out. She was fed, rocked and put to bed at 8:30pm. She woke up at her usual 1230am. I fed and rocked her at that point, put her back in her crib. She woke up right away. I left the room and let her cry for 45 mins until she fell asleep on her own. Wow that was hard. I’m not sure if I’m doing things “right” but I feel this will help her be a more independent sleeper! She is 7 months old. Will tomorrow be easier? Has anyone sleep trained?? Any advice?

UPDATE: Night 2. Emma fell asleep at her usual 830pm. She slept until 530am! That is a rare thing. I fed her at that time. Put her in her crib awake but sleepy. Took 8 mins for her to fall asleep on her own!!! She slept until 815am! WOW! One proud mama. NIGHT 3: She was up a few times, but put herself to sleep every time! Only took a few mins each time! I think this is working! 😊

NIGHT 4&5: Emma slept through the night without waking up!!! I hope this sticks 😁😁