Thanks for the reply Jessica - I don't plan on doing anything harsh like CC but some gentle methods to get Belle to self settle. I have the No Cry Sleep Solution book so hoping something from there may work. I just think in the long run it will be better for Belle as she's so overtired all the time and miserable. She wants to sleep but it's like her body won't let her - poor thing.

Thanks Snacks unfortunately no family close by and friends all work so not really an option. Three weeks seems so far away now! Had another shocking night last night and have been holding DD in my arms for all her sleeps today so she can atleast get some rest. Here's hoping it will pass soon!