It is likely to become a token of security for her. Dr Church feels that baby can be deprived of the blanket long enough to wash it, but otherwise favors letting her have it. At bedtime the best choice may be the blanket or burping pad that you use during feedings. Baby can manage to hug a doll, squeeze a blanket, suck a thumb and finger his ear all while drifting off to sleep. Settle the co-sleeping question Decide with your spouse early on whether you want your child to sleep by herself or in your bed.
Some parents swear by co-sleeping.
Other parents regard their bed as a refuge from the world of parenting, they sleep better without a child next to them, and they feel that it's more appropriate for a baby to sleep alone. And the percentage is likely to be higher for parents of younger children. Whatever you and your partner decide to do, be consistent, so that a child can develop a dependable routine. The technique, as described in the doctor's popular book Solve Your Child's Sleep Problems, involves putting a baby as young as five months old in the crib while she's still awake, comforting her for a few minutes, then leaving the room. If she cries, wait roughly five minutes and then go in and soothe her, but try not to pick her up, don't stay very long, and be sure to leave while she's still awake.