Co-sleeping: Is co-sleeping a problem?

Co-sleeping is the act of a child sleeping in the bed with his parents. It is not surprising that it is one of the most controversial and controversial topics related to children’s sleep. Let’s see why.

Some people argue that co-sleeping is the right and natural way to raise a child because the practice promotes a strong bond and a secure relationship.

Conversely, others may tell you that cohabitation is dangerous, stupid, or dangerous and they don’t want their marriage to be happy.

Therefore, which way is the truth?

First, it is important to understand that sleeping together is not magic. Although some advocates of the family bed may argue against it, many couples have said that their children did not sleep much because their parents were nearby. In fact, some parents have found that their child sleeps longer and rarely wakes up when they stop sleeping with him and put him in his crib.

However, whether families choose to sleep together or have their children sleep alone is a personal decision, and if both parent and child are safe, rested, and fulfilled, then co-sleeping is not a concern.

If you have decided to cohabit, this commitment requires careful consideration of what you and your partner feel is right for you as an individual, as a couple, and as a family.

Ask yourself the following questions:

• Is it a good idea to be comfortable sleeping next to each other, or do one or more of us tend to be active when we sleep – disturbing others?
• Does everyone in our family want to sleep together, or are we leaning because one of us feels better?
• Are we ready to be quiet when our child sleeps, or do we prefer to watch TV or talk in bed?
• Will we enjoy being able to feed our baby several times throughout the night, or will having him close to us make it difficult to stop breastfeeding at night?
• Are we ready to climb into bed when our child does, to ensure his safety?
• For working parents, does sleeping next to our child make us feel connected to him?

As expected, co-sleeping has its pros and cons.
Let’s take a closer look at them.

Advantages:

• Always approach when the child is awake. Many children and parents enjoy this.
• Quick action and help with any sleep related problem
• Being able to nurse and respond to other wakings during the night without waking up
• More time to spend with the child
• It may be better for the child to sleep with the parents, if the child was sleeping well to begin with

Disadvantages:

• Parents can sleep well if their children do not get enough sleep
• Parents may sleep in separate rooms, and may be angry with their child or each other
• The sleep of children and adults is not the same
• Parents may need to go to bed with their children early in the morning and have less time to do their own activities in the evening.
• Parents have little privacy
• There may be a slight increase in the risk of the baby from SIDS and other causes.

The decision to co-sleep should be yours, made by the parent – or parents – and based on your own opinion, not forced by your child or anyone else. Another couple’s good or bad co-sleeping experiences should not affect your decision: your child is unique and your family is not the same.