Re: How many of you sleep with your infants?

I did in the beginning when she was waking up a lot. I would nurse her to sleep. But I was in a separate bed from DH so I didn't wake him, plus I was scared to have her between us. I stopped when she was about 7 weeks.

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I mean why do they even make cribs and toddler beds if COSLEEP is the way?

it is the way for CERTAIN people (not me, dd was in her crib at 5 weeks)

but why do people have to justify their decisions, for THEIR family to you or anyone????????????????

I am asking a question? is cosleep the way? I mean how did this even come about since it seems to be sorta a "new" thing.. Justify Please.. I am asking a reasonable thing here..

mothers have been sleeping with their infants since the beginning of time, and it's still the main way children are put to sleep in many societies - just not ours. in recent years there has been a revival of co-sleeping as part of the "attachment parenting" method. if you google "dr. sears" you can learn more about it, since he is a main figure behind that method.

i don't co-sleep with ds all night for lots of reasons, but mainly because i am WAY too nervous and because dh and i have made our bed our own private spot.

but i do love the closeness of sleeping with ds... i find it to be one of the most bonding things i do with him, more bonding than nursing ever was for me. so i do it early every morning when i sleep very lightly. we cuddle and snooze together in the guest room. i take ALL pillows, top sheets, and covers off the bed, though to minimize any risk of suffocation.

Thank you so much for being sweet about the way that you responded for Theresa to find out about it. I know her a long time, and while it may seem that she is being defensive... she is honestly asking questions, and everyone is jumping down her throat!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! She is at work right now, and just trying to find out the pros vs. cons without having to spend time doing serious research which could compromise her work...

you know what I thank u too...
I dkwhy some can ask questions and debate a answer and some cannot ask anything. It seems to matter sometimes on who is asking and the question it is...
The question is from someone who does not do it and doesn't understand the reasoning behind it is all...
This forum is all about questions, answers and opinions-everyone is entitled to a opinion.
I was curious myself how everyone has relations if they co-sleep.
We should all have the live and let live attitude it should apply to every topic asked--not just some,
Ii like everyones opinion and I look at all aspects...its good to know things.

Hey Jeannine
I just have to disagree with you on this. The same people arent being picked on. I think it is how you word/phrase your question. I also find it odd that when it comes to something someone else doesnt do...its beaten to death. Seriously, there are many thing like CIO, not giving vaccines, and many others that I dont agree with BUT I respect parents choices bc thats what it is....THEIR CHOICE. I think its ridiculous that when you ask questions about the above situations that some people can say "I dont want to talk about it". Dont judge others when you dont want to be judged. Thats all. To each their own. But obviously this post (dont mean the OP but the post altogether created ALOT of drama otherwise it wouldnt have 3500 views...so it wasnt only about finding out what Co-sleepers do.
P.S. I am responding to your statement not you personally...still like ya

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Posted by monkeybride

This topic is always controversial but man this time it was just taken to a whole other level.
Why does anyone care that much what people do with their kids? Co-sleeping isn't abusing them so don't worry about why people do it or not. Do what's right for you, end of story. No one needs to defend themselves. Those of us that cosleep don't jump all over those of you that use cribs.

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Both of my children co-sleep

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DS falls asleep in our bed. Once in a while (teething, under the weather, etc..) I will bring him to bed with us.

We have a way of setting him up. He does not move. No blankets on him.

He naps with us in our bed.

I am a very ligth sleeper. So I wake up when he wakes up.

He is NEVER left alone in our bed to sleep.

Re: How many of you sleep with your infants?

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I do not.
My father's mother slept with her infant, and after MANY sleepless nights (like we experienced) fell asleep on the baby... The baby suffocated.

I know its rare, and I know many do it and their babies are just fine. Since this happened in my own family.. I never.

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Posted by monkeybride

This topic is always controversial but man this time it was just taken to a whole other level.
Why does anyone care that much what people do with their kids? Co-sleeping isn't abusing them so don't worry about why people do it or not. Do what's right for you, end of story. No one needs to defend themselves. Those of us that cosleep don't jump all over those of you that use cribs.

ITA.

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Something I said I would never do until I had kids and realized it works and it helps.

We did here and there with my oldest son. He wasn't a good sleeper and it was just easier. While it was annoying but also comforting to have him there, we decided after a bit it was time to teach him to sleep in his own bed/crib. We worked on that between 6-12 mos and then had a rule only - if it was after 6am or if he was sick or in pain or something like that. Now at 3, he won't sleep in our bed at all. He wants his own bed. I admit - I do miss cuddling with him!

My baby - we tried many times when he was little. little. Kid just isn't cuddly. Wants to be left alone when he sleeps. It would be easier for us if he did at times but he won't! Guess easier in the long run for us. We shall see.

My rule - do what works for you.