II. Place baby in crib drowsy but awake
- Helps him learn self-quieting behavior
- Baby cries
- Check on child every 15 minutes
- Stay for only 1 minute
- Hug or pat him and comfort with soothing words
- Do not turn on lights
- Do not rock or play with him
- Do not bring him to bed with you
- Do not feed or even lift out of crib
- Infant may cry 30-90 minute before sleeping
- Baby continues to cry (unable to self-comfort)
- Hold him and Rock to sleep
- Stay quiet
- Avoid talking to him
- Avoid turning on lights or leaving room