Glad I read this thread too. Jen - hope you find something that works its so hard isn't it. I have one of those cuddle bears and never thought of using it or taking it out when she falls asleep - although as Ash says it doesnt seem much different than a blanket on the bed - I worry about her shoving too much of anything in her mouth and not being able to get it out though and that includes her sleeping bag which is on her!