[Leatherette]

I love holding my baby. She rides in the sling whenever we are out, fits in it real nice, and its great. But she is 7 months old, and the past week, I can't put her down for one minute. I thought it was separation anxiety, but I can be sitting right with her and she's bawling. I am considering calling the doctor.<br><br>
She doesn't nap unless she is in the sling, I can't lay her down on the bed once she falls asleep in the sling, even if I lay down with her. I can't get much done with her in the sling, as she is old enough to be grabbing at everything, leans out to reach things and throws me off balance, etc. I have an ergo, and that is good for about 10-fifteen minutes once a day, then she cries.<br><br>
What do you all think? Separation anxiety, teething, illness (with no other symptoms), typical baby behavior? She can almost crawl (at first I thought she was just frustrated with new skill developing), but she won't practice it anymore since she won't be put down, so how is she frustrated?<br><br>
I am very frustrated. I am very willing to give much of myself to my children, but I feel like she's taking 110%, and I have a son, too. I have considered taking up smoking again, I am so on edge.<br><br>
And the wierd thing: she sleeps great at night, she can be alone in the bed for hours asleep until we come to bed. What's going on?<br><br>
L.

 

[bec]

I would say separation anxiety and maybe teething. My 6 month old is starting this. You would think I was cutting her feet off if I put her down for a second to go to the bathroom. She will play happily on the floor if I'm sitting right next to her, though, so that is a relief. But I'd better not leave the room! And it is pure torture for some other loving, trusted family member/friend to pick her up.<br><br>
Oh, and don't be too sure it isn't a milestone crankiness thing. Just because she isn't physically attempting it, doesn't mean she isn't thinking about it.<br><br>
I don't have any ideas for you, just <img alt="" class="inlineimg" src="http://www.mothering.com/discussions/images/smilies/hug.gif" style="border:0px solid;" title="hug"><br><br><br>
Bec

 

[Welovedante]

teething, & getting ready to hit a milestone. DS did this around that time. He crawled a bit ON HIS FACE from 6-7 months and HATED IT. He liked sitting, but had to be in prolonged physical contact (like, between my legs, back touching me, or me carressing his head). It passed after 3 weeks. hold on, mama! It gets better!<br><br>
Is the ergo on your front or back? DS prefers it on our front.<br>
Also, is she napping?<br><br>
Good luck,<br>
Heidi

 

[Ravin]

When my DD does this I spend a lot of time cuddling in bed w/ her at naptime. I take a nap w/ her or read. I'm sure it's tough w/ your older child.

 

[Eman'smom]

I could have posted this my 9 month old is doing the same thing, I can't even pee without her going into hysterics. It's affected my 3 year old too. Anyway I've basically decided it's teeth/phase, it has to be because she has been to the dr, and is just fine not a thing wrong with her. I just hope it's short lived. At least yours sleeps well at night.<br><br>
How is your body holding up, mine feels like it's going to fall apart at any minute.

 

[katytheprincess2]

This post sounds so much like my 7 month old. He sleeps in my lap during the day and can't be put down for a minute. I am hoping this is a phase and maybe because he is teething. My son won't even sleep at night unless I am in bed with him. If I get up for even a second he starts crying. The other thing is that he won't let anyone hold him but me. It is hard! I completely know how you feel!