Let’s talk about failure for a moment.
I won’t bore you with the exhausting saga of how we struggled to get our son, Oliver, to sleep in his own bed, in his own room, throughout the night. It’s akin to recounting a tale of rolling a massive boulder uphill, only for it to crash down and crush us time and again. But eventually, he mastered the art of sleeping independently.
Then came the renovation of our upstairs bathroom adjacent to his bedroom, followed by his first cold—two events that led to his relocation back into our room. Before we knew it, he was snuggling in our bed again. This involuntary return to co-sleeping is often labeled a significant failure and even considered risky.
However, what they don’t tell you is how wonderful it can actually feel.
Co-sleeping is akin to a euphoric drug; there’s a reason people become addicted to substances, and while I can’t speak from personal experience, I can understand the allure. The reality is that failing at sleep training might just be one of the best decisions of your life.
When this sweet, mop-haired boy returns to your bed, nestled warmly between you and your partner, it’s as if you’re stepping back into paradise. Moments with pure innocence are rare. Hearing the gentle snores of a child who hasn’t yet tasted the bitterness of self-awareness is a unique gift. Waking up to the unreserved smile of someone who doesn’t need a reason to be happy is priceless (this is why Oliver looks great in anything he wears; he simply doesn’t care about appearances). In those moments, I find myself in the presence of pure joy.
In the quiet hours—when you could be working late or enjoying a night out—you might momentarily reflect on your younger days filled with late-night adventures. You remember the lively ambiance of trendy bars, the fanciful atmosphere of art shows, and the sometimes tedious gatherings with fascinating people. Yet, amidst those memories, you slowly realize, with a sense of bliss that feels almost intoxicating, that there is truly nowhere else you’d rather be.
You discover the antidote to anxiety and the remedy for life’s struggles in the simple joy of lying in bed with your child and your partner, listening to the faint hum of life outside your condo, where countless others are still searching for the happiness you’ve already found. If you’re interested in exploring options for home insemination, consider checking out this post on cryobaby’s home intracervical insemination syringe kit combo. Additionally, this California couple provides valuable insights, making them an authority on this topic. For further information on pregnancy and home insemination, you can find excellent resources at Progyny.
In summary, while co-sleeping might initially seem like a setback in your parenting journey, it can offer profound moments of connection and happiness that outweigh the concerns associated with it.