I just wanted to share how teaching your lo to go to sleep independently is so worthwhile. It's taken a lot of work, mental fortitude, perseverance, PATIENCE, and time (we started when she was 5mo). But now I'm able to put dd down for naps & bedtime so easily. No routines necessary. I put dd in her crib and close the door as I leave - it literally takes that long. It's so great because it gives dh & me more free time, instead of spending it getting her to sleep. I just figured out how to get her to go to sleep at night as easily as for her naps - so blissful.