Definitions
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- verb Present participle of
cosleep . - noun Alternative spelling of
co-sleeping .
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Examples
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The funny thing is that we were adamantly opposed to the idea of cosleeping before our son was born, but now that we are parents, we have found that it can really benefit both child and parents.
The Gallagher Guide To The Baby Years Stephanie Gallagher 2004
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Finally, a word about cosleeping also sometimes called “the family bed”.
The Gallagher Guide To The Baby Years Stephanie Gallagher 2004
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Except cosleeping, by definition, also entails a great deal of co-not-sleeping.
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And BTW, a couple weeks ago, I was cosleeping with my baby boy and he grabbed my hair.
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And, to a large degree, I still do love cosleeping.
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Many cosleeping advocates believe that parents who sleep with their babies in the same bed are more confident and relaxed, eventually leading to more confident and relaxed children.
The Official Lamaze® Guide Judith Lothian RN 2010
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Sleeping in the same bed may not be right for every family, but there are other ways to reap the benefits of cosleeping.
The Official Lamaze® Guide Judith Lothian RN 2010
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See page 215 for more information on safe cosleeping.
The Official Lamaze® Guide Judith Lothian RN 2010
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La Leche League International, a well-known breastfeeding organization, recommends cosleeping as a healthy way to feed and care for babies.
The Official Lamaze® Guide Judith Lothian RN 2010
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When scientific studies confirm that babies benefit psychologically and physically from cosleeping, writer Jennifer Coburn wonders, “Why do parents flock to stores to purchase dolls that have heartbeats, sing lullabies, and snore when they can do the same for free?”
The Official Lamaze® Guide Judith Lothian RN 2010
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