Like everyone has said, just do what you have to at this early stage. One thing to remember when people tell you to let them cry, bubs is way too young for that & would not understand what was happening. It will get easier, I held Charlie everyday for what seemed like forever. Now I pop him in his cot, walk away & he puts himself to sleep...it takes time & doesn't always work. We use Music in his room (CD) during the day & the radio on not very loud at night. He seems to like the noise, he also is still wrapped @ 6months as he loves that too - whatever works. I too can not speak highly enough about the swings!!! I borrowed one & wish I had bought myself one & discovered them way earlier!! Will be getting one with bubs no2 that's for sure.