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12/2/2015
TherapistJen, LCSW
Category: Parenting
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VerifiedIt can be done, but it will come with a few sleepless nights for all of you. The pattern has been set for your son to be near his mommy at sleep, but you can "retrain" and begin sleep training again. I would let him know that he is now a big boy and he must sleep on his own and Mommy will not be in the room. Most likely he will scream and cry the first week or so, but remain calm, give him some gentle hugs and love and then leave the room. you may need to do this over and over until he realizes that this is the new way. If you give in at all, then things will not change. Give him plenty of cuddle and love time before bed. A bath, a book and then tuck in. It will take some practice but it can be done. Be calm, be patient and be consistent.
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