This is correct, you can't because their little brains can't make the connection. At about 6 months is when they start to do that (if I remember correctly) which is when "they" say you can start sleep training. They need to be developmentally ready for it and be able to relate one thing to another, before that its pointless. All they DO know is that crying = titty (or bottle).This quote is hidden because you are ignoring this member. Show Quote
But when they hit that milestone I am a HUGE fan of sleep training. It made a world of a difference for our kids and I think established a solid foundation for their relationship with their beds and sleep.
*cautionary statement: what worked for us might not work for you. Everyone is just out here trying not to raise terrorists - there is no right or wrong way to do things as long as you do it safely and with their best interest in mind*