Saturday, September 13, 2008
Help!!!
When Luke had just turned 2, we moved him to a "big boy bed." Campbell was in our room in a crib, and I wanted my room back. So, I moved the boys in together and the girls in together. I now know that it was too soon to move him. Before, I could put him in his crib and close the door; he would sometimes cry for 5 minutes or so, but then he would go to sleep. When we moved him, he wouldn't stay in the bed and I got in the bad habit of laying down with him to go to sleep. HOnestly, it only takes about 5-10 minutes for him to fall asleep, so I still don't mind laying down with him. What I do mind is when he comes into our room between 1 and 3 a.m. because he can't go back to sleep on his own. It is killing me. I am wondering if maybe I got one of those toddler beds and put it in my room, if I could get him to go to sleep on his own in there. I can't do it in his room because Jordan is in there and it would keep him awake. I can't put a twin in my room because of space. Does anyone have thoughts on this? I am really at a loss.
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We were having a similar problem with H and basically I would just tell him to go back to his bed. We made a chart and told him we'd buy him so special toy or something if he'd stay in his bed all night. It took a few nights, but it worked. I know that Lukey has some separation issues so I'm not sure how realistic this suggestion might be for you guys but it worked for us. Good luck!
ummm.. i don't have four kids but i am a mom i want you to know first and foremost I suggest to ask for God's help. He knows what will happen.. second....what about a closet or laundry room for the one still in a crib.. i know it sounds crazy but just an idea.. also once you don't have the baby in with the toddler you can actually help him learn to put himself to sleep.... maybe a new routine with a special lovie would help that process....after sleep issues with my son the doctor assured me that all children can put themselves to sleep they just have to learn how...a really consistent routine is the best way that they suggested....if he wakes you go back through the routine...at our house the routine is finding his blankie, then turning off the lights in the hall, a kiss on the forehead, then leave with out speaking....so I know that seems simple but my son will not go to sleep with out it.. I hope some of that helps..I know it won't work over night but give it 10 solid days and see ....well i think i am fresh out of advise..you will be in my prayers.... and your not alone every mother I know has gone through sleep issues......
Anon, thanks for the advice. The toddler isn's in with the baby, but my older son. We live in an old house and I don't have a laundry room, and my closets aren't walk-in, just big enough for the clothes. I thought about having my older son sleep in the playroom for a bit while I try this. Thanks again!
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