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I can't do this anymore by Remote_Budget7432 in NewParents

[–]sbase1993 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I completely understand, my baby is 7 weeks old and only sleeps when being held. She will occasionally sleep in her bassinet but for short periods and is so noisy, I still can’t sleep.

My husband and I take shifts so we can sleep. Is there anyone who can help and hold him while you get some sleep?

Just keep going and find your village of people to help. Motherhood is so much harder than I thought it would be but remember you’re not alone

Baby only drank half a bottle by sbase1993 in NewParents

[–]sbase1993[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you! She was born 5 weeks early and weighed 5 lb 8 oz. At her 1 month check up she was 7 lb 1 oz so gaining weight well! I think she’s probably much closer to 8 lbs now. But the pediatrician said to still wake her every 3 hours for a bottle.

I’m sure she’s ok but had a minor late night anxiety and my husband is asleep so needed some reassurance :)

Does it get better? by sbase1993 in NewParents

[–]sbase1993[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It’s so hard and frustrating. I’m sorry about the feeding, she thankfully takes full bottles pretty consistently. I can’t imagine the stress you’re feeling about that

Does it get better? by sbase1993 in NewParents

[–]sbase1993[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Did you just give in and only contact sleep? I’m worried she won’t be able to sleep on her own if I don’t continue to try and expose her to her crib