Hi everyone,
I'd really appreciate some advice!!
My 16wk old DD was in a pretty good routine up until a few days ago and I'm at a bit of a loss as to how to fix it. Our day used to go like this:-
E - 0730
A - 0745-0900
S - 0915-1030/1100
E - 1130
A - 1145-1300
S - 1315-1500
E - 1515
A - 1530-1700
S - 1700-1800
Bath, quiet time, bottle and then in bed by 1930. She'd then sleep through until 07:00 next morning.
Last week we had quite a few night wakenings - all at different times and usually involved drinking 8ozs of milk. These have since stopped *touch wood* so looked like a growth spurt.
However, nap times through the day have just fallen apart.................our 'routine' now looks more like this:-
E - 0730
A - 0745 - 0900
S - 0900 (but doesnt fall asleep til 0930ish) - 1015
E - 1115
A - 1130 - 1230
S - 1245 - 1345
E - 1515
A - 1530 - 1700
S - by this time she is exhausted but cannot fall asleep - really 'jerky' etc
Usually ends up sleeping in my arms (bad I know) but if she doesnt sleep, even a small amount, I cant get her to take a good bedtime feed.
I'm following her 'sleepy signs' as usual. She nuzzles into ur shoulder - almost 'burying' her face which has always been her 'Ive had enough' hint etc!!
The more the day goes on the worse it gets. Usually involves many tears - both hers and mines - and she is tired all the time. Night times are still great - once she's in bed.
If she wakes early from a nap, should I alter the rest of her feeds etc or try to stay in a 4 hourly routine? I dont know what to do - help please.
Julie x
