Tyler & Meagan

It's true. I am a believer. I wasn't sure that letting her cry it out would make Olivia sleep better, but now I am a firm believer. I tried so many other methods, some of which worked temporarily, but until last week I was sleep deprived and I was desperately needing her to take a good nap so I could get some stuff done!

I think the rough part is over. For the last 4 nights she has slept a solid 12 hours. She still cries for a few minutes when we put her down, but it is definitely getting better and is easily tolerable, especially when I know it means we'll both get a good night's sleep!

We are still working on nap time, but even that is getting better. She took another 2 hour nap yesterday, which is usually completely unheard of. Not all naps are that great, but I do feel like it is improving.

Now that it is all said and done (mostly), I can say that I am glad I went ahead and tried it. I was really hoping to not have to go that route, but hey, I was desperate, and it worked! I feel much better now that I am getting more sleep, and I am sure Olivia does, too.


P.S. I highly recommend Dr. Weissbluth's book, Healthy Sleep Habits, Happy Child.