The pros and cons of co-sleeping.

Not everyone can agree weather co-sleeping is a good or bad idea, take a look at the following pros and cons and decide for yourself:

PROS

* If you work during the day it gives you extra time to spend with your baby.

*If your baby knows that you are there while they sleep, it will help them to feel safer enabling them to sleep sounder.

* It can help to create a strong bond between you and your child.

* It’s more benefical for mothers who are breastfeeding, causing less disruption to sleep.

* Your baby may sleep for longer periods during the night.

Cons

*You may not sleep as well with your baby next to you.

*It may be harder to move your baby to a cot when your baby is older.

* It may be hard for your baby to fall asleep when looked after by some one else if they  become used to falling asleep at your side.

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