I've been reading the "Baby Whisperer for Toddlers" book and one of the advice given in the book is that you should let your toddler play in the crib so that it becomes a fun place. I've always abide by the rule that crib = sleep.
DS will cry/fuss a little when we put him to bed, which is no big deal. But lately he has been waking up at 5 a.m. wanting to play and obviously I do not want to get up at that hour. So I'm contemplating putting a few toys in his crib - maybe he'll play by himself in there? Has anyone try that?
Re: Toys in crib?
DD is quite independent and plays quietly in her crib. The pro is that when she wakes up, she can entertain herself for hours so mommy and daddy can get a full nights rest. The con, I have no friggin idea when she gets up at night and for how long she's playing in her crib (I have yet to cave and buy a video monitor).
Don't be surprised if for the first while if LO is tossing the toys out of the crib in the morning (so I'd suggest stuffed animals over hard toys).
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