Funny how much of a change we're already seeing. He's happier upon awaking and the crying once he's in his crib has lessened over time. When he wakes up during the night, we give him his favorite monkey and turn on his beloved lullaby (which plays continuously on repeat--thank heaven for CDs) and that's it. Last night his cries lasted for an hour and forty seven minutes, but I think we're getting over the hurdle much more quickly than expected.
He's even enjoying some independent time now during the day, too. Record of 40 straight joyful minutes today. Our lives are changing!
Oh my gosh. You are so brave. I never could do the whole "cry to sleep" thing. Good luck. But it sounds like things are going well and getting better! YAY!! I am so glad.
ReplyDeleteWe really need to find some way to get together. I was so jealous of Jeff and Jen that they got to see you guys.
you will be so happy you made this sacrafice. i cried when we tried it with janie and never could follow through. she still wakes up all night crying or screaming. michael, poor little guy, i never blinked an eye when it came to letting him cry it out. and he is heaven.
ReplyDeletei love those jammies!
ReplyDeleteKeep up the good work, I know it must be hard. You can do it though.
ReplyDeletei'm so proud of you kelly. i know it's hard, but it's soooo worth it.
ReplyDeletehope you're feeling well!