I have been awake for thirty-six hours straight because my newborn will only sleep on my chest and my partner keeps saying to just put him down but he screams and I cannot bear it.
More people experience this than they realize.
The biological imperative to soothe her child is colliding with the physical limits of her own body and conflicting advice about healthy sleep habits.
“Where Are You with The newborn phase — survival and attachment?”
If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.