Sleep training doesn't necessarily mean cry-it-out. In fact, there are many no-cry methods out there. We know there's so much anxiety around your baby's sleep but as our BabyCenter Medical Advisory member @RestfulsleepMD explains, you have to do what is best for your baby and ✨ your ✨ mental health. Get more sleep advice in our Baby Sleep 101 course, tap the link in bio for more. | BabyCenter

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