| My bubs is 10 weeks old and I never read any of these books. However, I try to be sensitive to his cues and he basically set his own routine. He gets tired around 6pm and is usually fast asleep by 7pm. He wakes between 4-5am for a feed and again around 8am. Thereafter he feeds around every 2 hours and naps 3-4 times (about 30 min each). I don't over stimulate him and give him restful time in the crib or on my bed where he will just dose off by himself when he is tired.
I exclusively breastfeed and I've never waited for him to cry to feed him (except in the early weeks where they wake up crying). I think even at 10 weeks they really try to communicate what they want. He usually poops every morning after his 1st diaper change. I know his cry for when he wants to be burped. Also, when he is full and I offer him the breast he will get fussy and upset so I know that's not what he wants.
It's important to work with your baby and listen to what they need. I think as they get older, you can set a more strict schedule that works around your own.  |