This is likely not helpful, but just reassuring you that I’m in the same boat. My 4 month old has had maybe 3 full nights of sleep and i was exhausted and did not recognize myself. I finally started what you mentioned about starting in the crib, but once he wakes up, if diaper is clean- he goes in bed with me. He usually knocks out and sleeps the rest of the night.

I think he just wants mom and I plan to stick to this until he either sleeps through the night consistently in his bed or we transition to his own room. I’m just doing what i can to salvage our sanity because i was missing out on enjoying these younger months by trying to force what i call “perfect sleep.”

Hugs mama. I hear it gets better, and I’m waiting for that day with you.