August 13, 2010, Newsletter Issue #375: Baby's Own Room

Tip of the Week

Putting your baby in his own room is a comfort issue between you and your spouse/partner.
If your child has no heath issues, he can probably start sleeping in his/her own room when you are comfortable.
Many breastfeeding mothers choose to keep the baby in their room because it's a shorter journey in the middle of the night to feed the baby. Other choose to make the trip down the hall to wake up a bit and not disturb their significant others. Breastfeeding can a wonderful experience that you can share with your child and choosing to do so is no small task. Because of this, it can be a deciding factor when Junior is ready for his/her own room.
Still, others choose to move the child simply to get some assemblance of routine and privacy and bite the bullet to venture down the hall during the night.
When the move is made, it is strongly suggested that a baby monitor is put in place so the parent can hear when the child cries or simply to hear the comforting sound of your child breathing.
Also, keep in mind that if your child isn't sleeping through the night yet, you'll have to get up and walk to the other room before you can tend to him. The extra time it takes you to get to the other room could mean the difference between waking up your other children and spouse, and letting them sleep through the night.
Something else to consider: you might find feedings and diaper changes a lot easier on your personal sleep if you keep your son close by—at least until he sleeps through the night. Honestly, it's an individual decision when to move the child to their own room.

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