Many parents hope they'll find the magic solution to turn their child into a good sleeper. The first is to be consistent in your approach to teaching your child good sleeping habits. Don't switch from plan to plan haphazardly. If you decide that you are not going to rock your baby to sleep, then don't give in after five minutes or 45 minutes. If you give in, you will simply have taught your baby that it is worth her while to persist for as long as possible.
Many parents make the mistake of trying something for too short a time.
After three, four, or even five different plans the parents are at the end of their rope and the baby is completely confused. So once you decide on a plan, stick with it and give it at least a week or two. In addition, make sure that no other factors are contributing to your child's sleep problem. For example, your baby should have an appropriate bedtime and a soothing bedtime routine . Make sure your baby's not napping too late in the afternoon, past 3 or 4 p.m., and that her bedroom is quiet and comfortable.