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Re: 8 wk old wakes up when put in crib

Posted by Al on February 16, 2000 at 14:45:51:

In Reply to: 8 wk old wakes up when put in crib posted by Helen on February 13, 2000 at 09:38:38:

I had that same problem with my 5 week old. What helped me is to swaddle him in a blanket. That way his hands don't move and keep him awake. Also, noises don't startle him. He'll fuss for a few minutes but quiets done and goes to sleep. It made a huge difference!

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