My 2.5wk old son will only sleep in my arms and wakes crying if I try to put him down. It's getting exhausting now, as he is the same during the daytime so I can't even catch a nap then unless I ask someone else to hold him for me. Have tried everything - hot water bottle to lightly warm his crib, co-sleeping, waiting til he is fast asleep to put him down, putting him down just before he is asleep to 'teach' him to settle himself (thanks baby whisperer for that 'helpful' advice - not sure you're whispering in the same language as my son!) etc. Nothing seems to work. It seems from my endless Internet searching that this is a common problem with newborns and that I should just indulge him and enjoy the cuddles. This is fine, but I need a couple of hours sleep at least! Anyone have any advice or other tricks I can try? Should also mention that I am exclusively breastfeeding him.
Thanks in advance.
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My 2wk old only sleeps in my arms - advice appreciated
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Niccc123 · 30/06/2011 02:35
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