Although co-sleeping with one’s children is not an approved of decision by most, one mother found that there are several surprising benefits to letting her child share her bed. For starters, co-sleeping diminishes the chance of the occurrence of SIDs. When breastfeeding their child, women do not have to leave the comfort of their own bed. Children also tend to have better self esteem and fewer anxiety issues. If any parent decides to co-sleep with their child, use the typical safety precautions.

Key Takeaways:

• When babies sleep with their mothers, they are at lower risk of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) than babies who are kept alone.
• Co-sleeping makes it easier for the mother to breastfeed her baby at night. It also helps both of them to get more sleep.
• Co-sleeping babies form increased bonding or attachment to their mothers making them more confident and less anxious than those who don’t.

“Co-sleeping isn’t for everyone, but if any parent is leaning toward it — or just want to feel better about their choice in the face of adversity and judgment — here are some of the pretty amazing benefits of sharing a bed with their kids.”

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