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I have a 19 month old who started waking in the night. is the cry it out method safe? how long will it take to start working?
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Method safe: 1. Do you know why the child is waking? Ill? Habit? Dreams? 2. Allowing them to cry it out is safe 3. Check out dr ferber's book , solve your chil's sleep problems as well as the "no cry sleep solution" (http://www.Babysleepsite.Com/sleep-through-night-free-ebook/) and see what method is most appealing to you.
Answered 11/7/2019
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Time period: Generally, once your ensure that your child is safe and well, allowing a set time period to cry is reasonable. Gradually increase the time as tolerated if they are otherwise well so that the child learns to self soothe themselves back to sleep.
Answered 11/7/2019
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