How do I get my Baby to stop napping in the swing?
For many parents the baby swing in a true godsend. However, there are a few negative aspects to having baby swing into dreamland everyday. When a baby falls asleep while in motion , whether it be in the swing or the car, it is less restful then if baby had been laying still. What I recommend is for people to turn off the swing once baby is asleep, this can also be a good way to begin transitioning baby from the swing to the crib, during naps or bedtime.
Going through this transition can be difficult especially if baby is no longer a young infant or using a swaddle anymore. For older babies it will be important to start a naptime routine, similar to what you have been doing at night. Go to baby's room, turn down the lights, turn on the sound machine and if you are feeding her than just be sure that when you ley her down she is awake. It is fine to give her lots of extra love during this transition, but essentially you know that she is already capable of falling asleep on her own, as you were not sitting right next to her or holding her when she was in the swing. Keep that in mind while allowing your little one settle and if she is older than 6 mos give her a few of her favorite quiet toys to keep her company
Before you start the transition it is a must to have an idea as to what sleep training techniques you want to use if she has trouble with the independance of the crib, this will make it less stressful for you when you have a plan ready.
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