Sleep Problems – HELP! My child is 3 months old. Is it too early to let him “cry it out” and fall asleep on his own? My 6 month old wakes up at least twice a night, and the only way he’ll go back to sleep is if I nurse him. How can I break this routine? My 2 year old has been sleeping with us since she was a baby. We’ve gotten her a bed, but she still insists on sleeping in ours. What should we do to make the transition easier? My 2 ½ year old has gotten into the habit of going to sleep at 8:30pm and waking at 11pm. She’s wide awake and up half the night. Help?

“Home Safe not Sorry” Video

Kiddy- Proof this Kitchen Directions: This illustration contains 8 common hazards for babies and toddlers. On your sheet of paper, list both the problems and a solution for each hazard.

Assignment Divide into 3 to 4 groups. The group will list as many safety needs as possible for each room. You should not list items that can be used in multiple rooms. (Ex. Outlet covers)

Postpartum Mood Disorders What to watch for: –Crying for no apparent reason –Feelings of helplessness –Frightening feelings and thoughts –Over concern for the baby –Lack of feelings of attachment for the baby –Depression that ranges from sadness to thoughts of suicide –Feelings of inadequacy and inability to cope –Feelings of guilt or shame, or isolation –Lack of interest in sexual relations –Disruption of normal sleep patterns not related to child care

Who is “at risk”? –A woman who has experienced an unwanted pregnancy –A woman with a previous history of depression –Women experiencing marital conflict –A woman with no support from husband or family –Any mother with ‘perfectionist’ thinking