Stopping co-sleeping. Help!

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I have just found out in expecting dc number 2 and am keen to wean my 18 month old off co sleeping and into her own room before number 2 arrives. Feel very sad about it but don't have the room for 4 in our bed!

I would rather do it sooner than later as I don't want her to feel pushed out by the new baby.

To make matters worse we are moving at the end of the month so she is going to be very unsettled. She hates her cot enough at the moment!

Has anyone got an gentle sleep training tricks for me?

We also cuddle her to sleep in the evening... I know I know terrible habit!

Hi, we're currently trying to get our LO sleeping in his cot, and one thing I have found useful was letting him spend some time in his cot whilst not sleeping (i.e. Watching mobile, playing with a toy) so he associates it with good times and gets used to being in there.

The No Cry sleep solution book also recommends other strategies, such as a cuddle toy (a 'lovey'), playing music, bedtime routine, comforting etc - I found the ideas in this book useful and they are all gentle.

We are also currently sleeping in LO's room, so if he wakes in the night we are right there to provide immediate comfort. Once he gets used to being in there and is sleeping more soundly, we will move back into our room and leave him in his room by himself.

We have also had success with the baby whisperer's pick-up-put-down method but this came with some tears, so not so gentle.

Hope these help, good luck!