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| My 2 month old little boy fights napping all day long and will stay asleep for 10 minutes and wake up crying. He is so tired all He can do is cry. Has any other mother had this problem? I can not get anything done please help me |
| Posted by Michelle on 01/10/2007 06:51 PM
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Yes, I did.
He is now 3 months old and he is sleeping more.
I understand your frustration and how tired you must be.
I always thought it needed to be very quiet for him to fall asleep. I discovered he liked white noise. The vacuum can sometimes put him to sleep.
All babies are different. Try to see what is happening when he does finally go down at night for good. I know its hard when you are so tired. what is going on around you. is it bright, quiet...have you noticed anything that seems to make him sleepy.
I tried so many things. They would work for a week and then I would have to try something new. I believe things are getting better here....maybe its just time.
SOme things that worked for me:
rocking him back and forth with very wide swings...I know that doesn't sound clear.
My husband rolls him back and forth on the bed...this is his favorite.
running the vacuum or exhaust fan in the kitchen.
singing.
swing
bouncing on our knee.
he seems to get mesmerized by repetitive songs.
I'm sure you've tried many things. Just remember to be patient with yourself too! I know its hard. Good luck Michelle. |
| posted by megan on 01/10/2007 10:09 PM
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| My daughter is 4 months old and is the same way. My friend suggested starting a naptime routine, similar to the bedtime routine but not as big of a deal. I have been trying this and it's still not working, but it might work for you! I just choose a few books to read to her so she can unwind, then sing a few songs (maybe that's why she can't sleep :) and then I will try rocking her a little bit. She starts fighting me at that point and doesn't want to nap, but maybe your little boy isn't as stubborn as my young lady. Also, I started laying right next to her crib on the floor when he was napping. That way I could catch her as soon as she started waking up and give her the pacifier and soothe her back to sleep. That got her sleeping for almost 50 mintues at a time on her own, eventually, but now everything has fallen apart again. Ah, motherhood!! |
| posted by Briana on 01/11/2007 08:25 AM
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My daughter, now 10 years old and sleeping quite well, was difficult about sleeping. She didn't want to be cuddled when she was sleepy, or in the swing, or the stroller. What she wanted was to lay in her crib and cry herself to sleep. Until she was about 4 years old, she would wake up in the night *screaming* because her sleep had been interrupted (wasn't night terrors, just anger). Some people have a hard time soothing themselves to sleep or back to sleep when they wake. I had to just leave Rachel alone and let her cry it out, because anything I did just prolonged the ordeal.
Th suggestion of being right there to help them soothe back to sleep before they get fully awake is a great idea-wouldn't have worked for Rachel, but it did work for my two boys. |
| posted by Kelly on 01/16/2007 10:41 PM
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Hello I am new to the group.
I definitely relate to this. My son is now 3 years old.
After I canceled out the possibilieties of illness or pain... I had to try different sleeping arrangements. You'd be surprised how many parent have kids with sensitivity to light, atmosphere, sounds and in MY CASE my son hated to sleep laying on his back. HE never slept in his crib so i had to simulate the arm holding position.
He slept in his incline seat all night and found that he preferred the closeness of the seat.
Anything you can try different will help,,, try the prepped up position for a while to see if it helps him,,,, at least to give him and YOU more sleeping time.
GOOD LUCK
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| posted by m on 01/19/2007 12:18 PM
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| FYI, there is a new study that has come out recommending you NEVER have your infant sleep inclined or in an infant seat. Their neck falls forward, not being that strong yet, and they can stop breathing. I too had my son sleep in the infant seat a couple of times because he slept better. When I read this study in Parents Magazine I felt awful. Please do not do this, it is not safe. I have an almost 2 year old who still does not sleep well. Never has. I had your same problem when he was a newborn. I would ask your doctor, they are supposed to be the experts. They may have a suggestion. With SIDS risks I would ask a professional. |
| posted by Colleen on 01/20/2007 11:14 AM
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Hi
I have a 5 month old son who does nap, but fights it for a while and some days misses one altogether.
While I am no expert I did read in my "Healthy Sleep Habits Happy Child" book that a well rested child will be able to go to sleep more easily (makes sense I guess). Easier said than done I know, but if he is not getting much sleep during the night, this may be why he is unable to nap during the day. maybe try putting him to bed a little earlier so he is more rested. I really suggest reading this book for tips and ideas on how to cope with sleep problems. Hope that helps a little? |
| posted by samantha on 01/20/2007 02:35 PM
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