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[quote=Anonymous]There's no need to hold the baby for the remainder of his nap once the night terror is over, especially if MB has told you to stop.

I do think that attending to the baby during the night terror is reasonable. I used to respond to night terrors when I had charges experiencing them. Most of the time I was able to quietly sing or "shhh" while rubbing a back (if the child tolerated it) until the night terror was over. They usually wrapped up in less than 5 minutes but would occasionally get close to the 10 minute mark.

I've never had a child that young with night terrors, but you could still do the rubbing or patting of his back and soft words or song to help him through it. He truly won't remember if you're there or not. Just make sure he's in his crib once the night terror has subsided if you choose to take him out to soothe him. If MB wants him staying in the crib during the night terror do your comfort routine while keeping him in it. It'll be a little uncomfortable, but you'll still be attending to him.

The screaming is tough, but it won't go on forever. [/quote]

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