Periodically a child will need to sleep with its parents. It's reassuring to feel the warmth and hear their mummy or daddy's heartbeat. It also makes it easier for the person breastfeeding or feeding the child, and it is simpler and warmer to stay in bed.
Putting your baby to bed
Comforting your baby
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Better sleep for your baby
Create routines for your baby
Helping your baby to sleep soundly
Baby's sleep, 3–6 months
Baby's sleep, 6–8 months
SIDS/cot death