Well said MT. I think my DD can sense that I'm gearing up for battle every time I put her down and at almost 6 months, she's proving already she's got a warrior spirit!! I am trying to go with the flow and relax a bit... but have also just read the NCSS and am trying to follow the suggested number of naps... bed time routine etc. Our situation actually got worse when I started these things, but I think you're right - bubs could feel my intent to 'make her sleep' and kicked up.

Our bed time music is now a beautiful Buddhist mantra CD - something that connects with my spirit - so at least Mummy gets some chill out time while baby lies wide awake in my arms!