Hi scr.
In general, I would agree that a nap in the afternoon makes a world of difference. When she is overtired by bedtime, she has a lot of trouble falling asleep, and tends to wake up. Maybe nightfrights?
We didn't let her cry it out, but I did start putting her in bed and just sitting in her room. I wouldn't pick her up, but she would see me there, stand up and try to play, and then get tired and lay back down. She learned that it was bedtime, but that I was still there so she wasn't afraid or lonely.
You're probably right about the teething. During this time, there's not much you can do. You may want to try some lavender bath to calm him down. They really helped when our baby was teething. There are lots of brands you can try, but the best by far that I have tried is Ickle Baby Baff by Lush.
Good luck
In general, I would agree that a nap in the afternoon makes a world of difference. When she is overtired by bedtime, she has a lot of trouble falling asleep, and tends to wake up. Maybe nightfrights?
We didn't let her cry it out, but I did start putting her in bed and just sitting in her room. I wouldn't pick her up, but she would see me there, stand up and try to play, and then get tired and lay back down. She learned that it was bedtime, but that I was still there so she wasn't afraid or lonely.
You're probably right about the teething. During this time, there's not much you can do. You may want to try some lavender bath to calm him down. They really helped when our baby was teething. There are lots of brands you can try, but the best by far that I have tried is Ickle Baby Baff by Lush.
Good luck