Ugh idk what to do :(

2 week old won’t sleep unless in someone’s arms or in the actual bed. Obviously I don’t want him in the actual bed. We’ve tried lots of different things. Putting his mattress exactly on the side of our mattress and he just won’t budge. We’ve been giving him a pacifier and he’ll have it only if I hold it and i obviously can’t sleep while holding it :/ I’m burnt out.

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One thing I will say is don’t force the paci. Remember, no baby has died just from crying. Let them cry, it helps their lungs. I know this is easier said than done but once you have done all you could, let the baby cry. This teaches baby to self soothe and not depend on your arms and body in the long run. No you’re not abandoning your baby even if it will feel like you are. Many moms have routed to just keeping baby in their arms that young as it helps with bonding and mommy and baby both get sleep and are happy. You are the parent, you do what is best for you and don’t worry about outside opinions . Depending on the country you live in, many people in other countries look at co sleeping as normal.

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