When my 18mth old had a bad cold, I let him sleep in our bed. He was sick for about 3 weeks. When he was finally better it was HORRIBLE trying to get him back to his crib even though he had been happily settled there and slept through the night since he was 7 months. My advice to parents is don't let your sick child in your bed ever! Finally, after about two months of struggle we got him to sleep in his bed again but believe me, it wasn't worth it. Next time he gets sick, I might move myself into his room but I'm not moving him back into mine!   Carla

It sounds like you had to put your baby in your bed for medical reasons and didn't have much of a choice. Unfortunately, she may put up a fuss now about going back to her own room and that may be true whether you try to do so now or in 2 months or 6 months from now. At whatever point you feel she is medically ready to sleep on her own, you'll need to be able to withstand her temper tantrums and remain firm and consistent. If she sees that you aren't planning on changing your mind just because she is fighting, she'll eventually stop fighting you. However, be sure before you start your program of relocation that you aren't harboring any guilt about moving her (since she is technically "wounded" and vulnerable). A feeling like that can cause enough ambivalence that you won't be able to stand her piteous protests. YOU must be completely sure within yourself that she is ready to go back to her own bed. Your lack of ambivalence will be communicated even non-verbally and will help you to succeed. If, on the other hand, you're not quite sure about it, your ambivalence will be communicated and your daughter will see an opening for her loud and persistent protests. I suggest asking your doctor what he/she thinks  - is your daughter safe now to be alone? If the doctor is on board, then you can go for it guilt-free.   Sarah Chana