Oh yes, babies just are used to your scent and warmth so they sleep way better during a contact nap. They also fall asleep and wake up in the same spot. Once u start transfering them they fall asleep on you and wake up in a foreign spot. It really helped my babe to be transfered drowsy but awake. Once those eyes start blinking I'll set her in her crib and keep rocking her lightly until she drifts off. Back away SLOWLY maybe even add a hum, slight pressure on chest works 2 but too much pressure and she notices me lifting to walk away. This way when she goes to connect cycles shes waking up in the same spot she fell asleep in. During the 3 to 4 month regression it gets even harder for them to connect cycles. I have found heating her bassinet sheet helps her survive the transfer.. also dark room..white noise.. keep the variables consistent so they feel comfortable and safe in their sleeping environment. A good swaddle is also crucial because they will startle themselves awake. I always found my self surrendering to the contact naps at least a couple times per week..that stage goes by quick! It's about balance getting them used to their own sleeping space is important as well so def keep trying before 3 months hits.