Dummy dependant

[karfow]

I have a 17 week old DD who, i fear. is dummy dependant.  She has fairly good routine in the day - 4hr EASY - and genrally takes 7oz.  We dream feed her at 11.  Then from 2-6 she is really unsettled and only goes back off when we put dummy back in.  It can take 2-3 times of putting dummy back in each time for it to work, and obviously this is exhausting!! 
I had similar problems with my now 3 yr old DS, and i did pu/pd at 5 months, which took so much hard work and patience, but it did work! 
I previously tried CC with DD but it didn't work so am now gearing myself up to use pu/pd but i am really nervous it woin't work, and that i won't have the patience.  I am also worried about how it will affect her day naps as i also have to put dummy back in during these too!  My main concern is that i won't have the time in the day as i have DS to consider, and can't stay in 24/7

I suppose i am looking for some support and encouragement and would love to hear of others who have succeeded in this area.  It would be really appreciated

Thanks
Karyn

[elmarie]

Hi Kathryn,

Yes you are right-if your LO needs replugging to go back to sleep the dummy has become a prop.  You will have to get rid of it and that is necessary to teach her independent sleep.  Pu/pd can be used to get rid of it.  I know it is very hard work and a lot of dedication but in the long run it is worth it.  You can also pop over to the props board and have a look around there

HTH 

[karfow]

Thankyou for your encouragement, as well as pointing me to the Props section - i have copied message into that section as i have seen others do.

Thanks
again

Karyn

[elmarie]

 

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