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Toddler Sleep regression since new DD

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Slumberparty · 22/11/2018 15:04

2 year old DD used to sleep really well. She got into the habit of going happily straight off to sleep after a story with no fuss. She would mostly sleep through but if she woke in the night I would just need to tuck her back in her cot and she would go straight back to sleep. 2 weeks ago I had DD2 and DD1's sleep has seriously regressed. She won't fall asleep on her own at night or for naps unless I stay in the room until she drops off and then sneak out. This can be hard to do as I am BF DD2, and DD1 only wants me to stay with her.
Last night was tough as she wouldn't settle and ended up in my bed. Between both DDs I was awake from 1-6am last night and am exhausted!
I am thinking about starting controlled crying with DD1 again - I did it when she was 1 year old and worked a treat. But I feel a bit mean doing it as I assume she is just insecure right now and wants reassurance that I am here for her?
Shall I sleep train or shall I put it on hold for a while and hope that she starts to settle herself again after a while?

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Osirus · 22/11/2018 23:46

Definitely hold off for a while. If she’s feeling out of sorts because of the new arrival it will make her feel much worse. Hopefully it will resolve itself when she starts to feel secure again.

user1474565301 · 23/11/2018 07:48

I'm following as I'm in the same situation, although my dd2 is 6 months old. Dd1 currently in my bed and partner in dd1s room to make space.

brookshelley · 23/11/2018 07:52

Same situation, DCs are 1 and 3 years old and DC1's sleep has become a disaster since DC1 was born. I have tried everything and nothing has worked for more than a few days. Has not resolved itself. So I am watching this thread desperate for tips.

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