Sit down during the day. Say: "You are getting so big and strong. We both sleep better in our own spaces. Next week, we are going to start a new adventure: you in your big-boy bed, me in mine. I will stay with you until you fall asleep."
For infants under 1 year, major health organizations (AAP, CDC, NHS) due to risks of SIDS, suffocation, and strangulation. They recommend room-sharing (separate sleep surface) for the first 6–12 months. Mom And Son Share A Bed
Our society loves to stigmatize this arrangement, especially as the son grows. However, genuine red flags are distinct from societal judgment. Sit down during the day