Co-bedding and breastfeeding
Although a cultural practice in most of the world, co-bedding isn’t for everyone. Some breastfeeding moms swear by it feeling that it helps then get in sync with their co-bedded infants. As sleep cycles are shared these mothers report feeling more rested as a result. It is also easier for a co-bedded infant to breastfeed and return to sleep. As the mother you simply gather your infant and side-lie breastfeed. You and your infant are generally more relaxed in this arrangement.
Some words of caution: Be sure not to place your baby on waterbeds, beanbag chairs, or padded mattresses. Also remove all pillows and thick blankets and comforters. Also make sure your bed is not overcrowded. Toddlers should not sleep with infants as toddlers thrash about in their sleep without any awareness of what is around them. It is also thought that since men sleep more soundly than women that they should not lie next to the baby.
