I know it’s early days…

Baby’s 5 days old and will not sleep in the next to me no matter what we try. I’ve tried rocking it, hot water bottle to warm it, swaddled him, sleeping bag and sleepyhead (controversial I know).
Any suggestions, just want some hours sleep🥲

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This might sound odd abd hope it doesn't sound patronising either but have you tried just placing your hand on babas chest. I did this on the first night in hospital abd he slept through! Doesn't always work though, I think my boy has cottoned on! 🤣
Wishing you a good night's kip!

We have had success with the Love to Dream sleeping bag/swaddles, seems to make him feel cosy & secure xx

Have you tried putting an old t shirt of yours over the mattress? The one that you've worn throughout the day. Can sometimes make them feel closer to you x

girl im in the same boat, im running off 2 hour sleep every night he’s a week old🥲feel free to message me we can be up together and message as much as u want ! xx

Ewan the sheep! 🐑 x

Literally have no idea what I'd do without co-sleeping. I wouldn't cope. Nothing else works (at much as all the suggestions are well-meant)

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I looked at the dad and he seemed so laid back he might aswell of been laid in the bushes. One earphone in, kind of looked distant.

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