Patterns & Habits: Toddler, Ellaroo

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First Time Mom Needs Advice on Sleep and Routine

I need help! I am a first time SAHM to a 3 month old little girl. I am really confused on making a routine. My baby goes to sleep and wakes up the same time each day, but during the day nothing is ever the same. Sometimes she takes really good long naps, and sometimes she take two or three ten minutes naps. Sometimes she doesn't take any naps at all. Is this normal? I've read that I am suppose to try to put her down when she is awake, is that true for naps too? When I have tried she wakes herself up then cries forever, until she...

Naps

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3 Month Old Will Not Take Naps in Crib

I have a 3 month old who will sleep in his crib at night but will not take a nap in his crib during the day. I have "blacked" out his room so lighting is not the issue. I'm wondering if anyone else has had this problem. He will sleep in the swing during the day or on me. I'm getting frusturated and nervous b/c we are going on a vacation in a month and don't want to have to pack the swing accross the country! Any advice will be appreciated

Sleep Problems

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4 Month Old Wants to Be Held Non-stop

HELP!! I am a single mom of four and my 4 month old won't ever let me put him down, EVER!! I am in the process of moving because I was laid off while in the hospital having him and have not been able to find work since. Being the only one packing has been extremely difficult since he will not let me put him down. Unless he is eating(which of course I am holding him too!) or sleeping he is in my arms. Also I am no spring chicken and my back is being affected severely. I have tried his swing and bouncy seat also laying anywhere near me. ...

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Sling Baby Carriers

I'm wondering if any of you moms could recommend and/or give me some...