Co-Sleepers

Co-sleeping, also known as bed-sharing or co-sleeping, is the practice of sleeping your baby in the same bed as you, but in their own space, such as a co-sleeper, a crib, or a simple mattress placed next to the parents' bed.

Advantages of Co-sleeping:

• Promotes attachment bond: Physical contact and closeness promote the release of oxytocin, the love hormone, which strengthens the attachment bond between parent and baby.
• Easier breastfeeding: Co-sleeping facilitates nighttime breastfeeding as the baby is within reach for nursing. This can also increase the duration of breastfeeding.
• Peaceful sleep for the baby: Feeling close to their parents reassures the baby and can help them feel more secure, leading to longer and more peaceful sleep.
• Restorative sleep for parents: Being close to the baby can allow you to calm and reassure them without having to get out of bed, which can help you fall asleep faster and have more restorative sleep.