Welcome to BW. It's great that you and your lo seem to be getting along so well thus far. I am a big advocate for structure and routine. It helps the baby feel settled and secure. I can't explain it any better than Tracy did in her book, so let me share with you a little from that. A baby needs the parent to guide them, not the other way around. In turn, you as the parent will have the confidence that you understand your baby's needs. With EASY, Tracy says that you are less likely to overfeed or underfeed a baby on a routine, the baby on a structured routine is less likely to become overstimulated with proper activity time, the baby will have the proper amount of sleep it needs both during the day and at night, and you will be able to have time to yourself with a more predictable day.