When Co-Sleeping Stops Working and How to Move Forward Gently

Co-sleeping often begins because it works.

For many families, especially working mums, there comes a point where it no longer feels sustainable.

Signs co-sleeping may no longer feel right

You may notice:

1. You are waking more than your child

2. Your sleep feels light and broken

3. Bedtime feels anxious

4. Returning to work has changed what feels manageable

5. You want space but feel guilty admitting it

Wanting change does not mean co-sleeping was wrong.

You are allowed to want something different

Wanting:

1. Better sleep

2. Space to rest

3. More predictable nights

does not mean you are rejecting your child.

What a gentle transition looks like

A gentle transition:

1. Happens gradually

2. Keeps comfort present

3. Supports separation anxiety

4. Avoids sudden change

Support through the transition

If you are currently co-sleeping and want a calm supported move into a cot or toddler bed, you do not need to figure this out alone.

View the 'Beyond Co-Sleeping' programme here.

This programme offers a clear step by step transition plan with daytime support, designed for working mums who want a gentle and manageable approach.