My Baby Only Sleeps When Held: What Do I Do?

TL;DR: This blog offers strategies for teaching babies to sleep independently, addressing a common parental challenge. Reasons Babies Prefer Being Held: Comfort, security, and warmth from parents' arms. Bedtime Routine: Establishing a consistent nighttime routine helps signal sleep time. Sleep Environment: Optimizing the room for quiet, darkness, and safety supports independent sleep. Transitional Items: Using swaddles, sleep sacks, and safe comfort objects can soothe babies. If you're reading this, chances are you're holding your precious little one in your arms right now. Maybe you’re...