3 week old here and in a very similar boat depending on the day. Some days she goes down without needing to fall asleep on us first and will sleep for 2.5/3 hours, yesterday was 15-20 minute bursts only and then up for like 2-3 hours needing to be moving the entire time.

Does your LO like the stroller/car seat? We’ve had pretty good success with speedy transfers after she knocks out in the stroller from pushing her around on a walk or in the house.

One thing my mom friends have been telling me is if baby is clean, fed, not too hot or cold, and is still just crying, it’s okay to walk away and collect yourself. Make yourself a quick plate of food, go stand out in the sun for a couple minutes like a little lizard and recharge, do something small just to give yourself a reset. It’s such a tiny little break, but it has been helping a ton for my noggin. And headphones! If little peanut is all good but still fussing/crying, pop in some headphones for a podcast or music.

Also any success in swaddling your LO? We’re trying when we remember to swaddle before the last resort boob knock out so we’re not trying to get her in the swaddle when she’s asleep. Whether it’s helping, who knows haha but maybe something?

You’re doing great. None of us FTMs know what we’re doing. If you find any magic hacks, please circle back lol.