7:00 p.m. I just put the girls down in the same room for bed tonight. This is a choice I might really regret ... Like any minute.
Update to follow.
7:30 p.m. Quinn came up stairs screaming and crying that Kenna threw a sippy cup at Quinn's nose. She told me she was picking it up for Kenna because she kept throwing it out of her crib. This kind of broke my heart, but I think Quinn and I had a good talk about it. I explained to Quinn that just because she and McKenna are sharing a room, that does not mean that Quinn has to be the mom or do any work. I just held her and told her that her bed is her special save, and she does not have to help and anything when it is time to sleep.
8:00 p.m. I think it worked. I don't hear anything. Maybe I do, but I am trying not to.
Update
The next night went really well. Both girls were so tired, and I did not hear a peep. The key really is Quinn and if she is ready for bed, but I hate to put all the pressure on her. Anyway, I am more excited about this change because at night after the kids are asleep the nursery is ready for me to prep and landing for the baby. I was dreading this job this time because I am in all sorts of pain, and really happily busy with the girls, but now that the room is open, I am going in!!!!
Naps today were a mess, but that is fine since Quinn usually doesn't take one because of Pre-school. Mondays will be rough, but I'll live.
Yay for happy sleeping children!!
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Hey Jill
ReplyDeleteI will be moving my girls into the same room in about a month (after we move). I'm nervous! They are both great sleepers, but I think they will NEVER get to sleep when they are in the same room. Good luck to you and if you find any tips that work be sure to let me know! ;)
Ashley
Ashley, it is totally going really well. Nap time is a different story. But so far, they have fallen asleep every night. I think it helps that kenna is still in a crib. I hear the two big girl/boy bed transition is a nightmare. You can do it!!!!
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