Discussing why having their own space is a positive milestone of growing up.
However, in many Asian, African, and Latin American cultures, co-sleeping is the norm rather than the exception. In these societies, the family bed is a symbol of unity, security, and togetherness. In Japan, for example, co-sleeping often continues well into the school years without the stigma attached to it in the West. Understanding that there is no single "right" way to sleep is the first step in alleviating the guilt or judgment many mothers feel when discussing their sleeping arrangements. Mom And Son Share A Bed