Sleep training - how to cope?

Question

So I’ve decided this weekend I’m going to try & sleep train my LO. I’m absolutely dreading the thought of listening to her crying, so how did you manage it? Is there anything I can do that can help me cope 😭😭😭

Answer

There are gentler sleep training methods and just remember you and baby need sleep

Answer

My advice is stretch wake windows and don’t worry about hitting a specific schedule. Claire did best when she was actually very tired and worst when we tried to get her down at a specific time. 
Honestly, for most she didn’t cry more than 5 minutes. Most was 20 minutes total (with a few visits to calm her). And she screamed at us for 45 minutes straight before so I knew she was going to be ok. 
You can do it!

Answer

It’s hardddd. Especially the first few times when they’re really upset. But I promise it gets easier, mama! I started about a week ago, and while Allison still cries, it’s not a full out screaming/freaking out. Sometimes she doesn’t even really cry at all, just makes noises until I come back in and help her settle. But when she is crying, I find it best to do something that will take a few minutes as a distraction, like start getting ready for the day or wash a bottle. Sitting there staring at the monitor watching her upset was too much for me to handle. Good luck ❤️

Answer

Following. I’ve got some fun to start at 1am.

Sleep training - how to cope?

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