My DD is easy to get to sleep (well, she does manage it eventually) its STAYING asleep that is the problem. The last week she has only managed one sleep cycle per day time nap. At night she is getting better and going for longer stretches (5-6hrs), but the days are a nightmare. She is constantly tired and doesn't want to play or interact because she's too overtired.

Apart from wearing her in the sling all day, does anyone have any other suggestions/experiences?

I generally rock/cuddle her to sleep, and put her down in her co-sleeper cot. Previously she has managed two sleep cycles with this method, but now she wakes after 30 mins crying for me.

I have tried putting her in the co-sleeper to pat to sleep, but she SCREAMS and I cannot bear it even for a second (and this is a gentle parenting thread anyway)...she is addicted to the bouncing/rocking I think...and I seem to be shifting from one sleep association to another...

HELP..does it get any easier???