So, we're in the middle of another transition. Transitioning from infant into the waddler/toddler stage. And, along with his eating habits, Nathanial is experiencing some sleeping difficulties.
Having read What To Expect the First Year and Caring For Your Baby and Young Child, I have come to the conclusion that we are going to have to be patient. Here is what seems to be happening:
1. Nathanial is napping no more than 1-2 hours a day.
2. We put him down around 7:30 pm.
3. Lee and I stay up too late.
4. Nathanial wakes up at 2:00 pm.
5. Nathanial either goes back to sleep on his own or we have to calm him down.
The process is exasperating and I become and evil, evil person. I guess the fact that I have enjoyed nights of sleep for a few months has spoiled me. What I have read in the two books mentioned above is that Nathanial is starting to feel separation anxiety. Which, of course, makes me feel even more like I need to be at home. Just tell the wolf at the door that.
Anyway, Nathanial apparently wakes up in the middle of the night wanting us, cries out and either calms down or continues to be upset. The books say not to feed him, but rather speak to him soothingly and leave the room. Waiting 5 minutes between entrances. This is hard. Sooo hard.
I will keep you posted on how it works.
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