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We've all been there ... Exhausted from a day of baby care, you snuggle up under the covers, fall asleep as soon as your head hits the pillow and next thing you know ... Waaaaaaaaaaa. Your baby is awake (again) -- and so are you.
If you're the typical new (bleary-eyed) parent, it has probably been a while since you've had a full night of sleep. Looking for a bit more shut-eye? We've got some tips to help you get your baby to sleep and -- if your baby isn't quite ready to "cooperate" -- some expert advice.
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- Get answers to your 8 most-asked questions about sleep and your baby
- 8 simple strategies to help your baby sleep through the night
- Encouraging your baby to sleep outside your arms
- Nipping and napping: How can you get anything done?
- Discover why nursing babies are often night-owls
- Find out if it's okay to let your baby sleep through the night
Getting Your Little One to Sleep
- How important are bedtime rituals?
- Learn how to establish a bedtime routine
- Give your toddler a "ride" on the relaxation rocketship
- Sleep "training": How to encourage your baby to sleep through the night
- Find out if you should try to control your baby's sleep
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I breastfed until my son was one year old. I would nurse him to sleep. He still won't ever go to sleep on his own. I still need to hold or rock him to sleep. My husband thinks I've "created a monster." What can I do? Community member, wish4aplus Sleep Message Board |
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Sleep problems
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- Ease your child's fears
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