HELP! So tired! Baby's up!

[QueenTUT]

So my 3 mo old was sleeping 9p-3:30a then eating then 4-630a. It was very nice and predictable. He was swaddled in a bassinet. He started getting up more and more so we decided might as well put him in his crib and try unswaddled. That didn't work. As much as he fights it its almost like he has to be bound up. Well now after many sleepless nights he's getting up more. Breaking out if his swaddle and making me a wreck. What would u do? So many people tend to say cry it out he'll get used to it. But I dunno. He's already colicky so I hear a lot of crying and I'm dealing with some post partum as well. And we've tried swaddled half swaddled sleep bags you name it. Just a phase? Just going to be a few bad months? Love some advice!

 

[volley1980]

Ohhh...I remember that phase..it was terrible. I ended up putting my LO on his belly after a few days (he knew how to roll from belly to back..just not the other way) and he ended up sleeping well again (until recently when he's teething and had a cold)..I don't really have advice other than keep trying new positions...good luck!

 

[QueenTUT]

This baby is so spoiled. He hasn't done tummy time in like 4 days bc he hates it. I know it's wrong but uhhh he cried so much as is!! Teething and a cold is just unfair!!! Poor lo and poor mommy!

 

[volley1980]

Lol..the worst is that I've been sick since Saturday, so it's been a really tough week..

My LO didn't like tummy time at that age (he's 7 months now). What helped (I didn't do it too often but it got him started) was to place him tummy down facing away from me on his nursing cushion and turning the TV on (it helps that we have a 58"). I did a lot of that during the Olympics and it really helped!

Good luck!

 

[SarahBear]

I don't believe in the "cry it out" method. Your baby cries because your baby needs you. As your baby gets older, this can change and when you do decide to let your baby "cry it out," it should be as a part of setting boundaries, not as a part of ignoring your babies needs. I think that if you continue to deal with your baby's needs in a caring and responsive manner, you will end up with a more confident and well adjusted toddler, child, and eventually adult.

 

[SarahBear]

This baby is so spoiled. He hasn't done tummy time in like 4 days bc he hates it. I know it's wrong but uhhh he cried so much as is!! Teething and a cold is just unfair!!! Poor lo and poor mommy!

There has to be other acceptable ways of meeting the same need. Besides, I have read an argument AGAINST tummy time, so maybe it's not necessary at all! Does your baby like to lay on your chest? This can count. Not sure about other alternatives.

 

[QueenTUT]

It's good to hear some opinions on not letting him cry. He for sure lives to be held and that is what I end u doing a lot of the time and when he is happier I give him independent playtime.

He doesn't like being on his stomach on our chest anymore which breaks my heart bc that was the best feeling when he was born and those naps they take on ur chest!! Miss that very much!

 

[nicb26]

I'm sorry. My baby has always been a pretty bad sleeper, but has gone through phases where she's abismol! It's really hard. All I can advise ossis to try and nap when lo is napping, and even go to bed at the same time as him to maximise your sleep. Its tempting to stay up to have some time to yourself, but when you're that tired sleep has to come first! Also, can you get your oh to take him for a couple of hours at the weekend, even if he just goes for a walk with the buggy? That way you can try and grab a couple extra hours sleep. I would say if he's usually an okay sleeper it probably is just a phase that will pass x

 

[QueenTUT]

I'm sorry. My baby has always been a pretty bad sleeper, but has gone through phases where she's abismol! It's really hard. All I can advise ossis to try and nap when lo is napping, and even go to bed at the same time as him to maximise your sleep. Its tempting to stay up to have some time to yourself, but when you're that tired sleep has to come first! Also, can you get your oh to take him for a couple of hours at the weekend, even if he just goes for a walk with the buggy? That way you can try and grab a couple extra hours sleep. I would say if he's usually an okay sleeper it probably is just a phase that will pass x

Thank you! Great ideas!! He does a great job on the weekends. He works m-t nights and takes the night shift fri sat. He's great and helps tons thankfully!!