Let them cry for half hour, or hold them for a minute?

i do not believe in letting your baby cry themselves to sleep.I've been told by numerous people in my life you have to let them sometimes or they will become dependant on a cuddle before bed.What does it hurt though, i know i enjoy a cuddle before bed myself.Some of my four children loved to be held then put down, it depends on the baby.T he advice i give is just do what ever gets you through your day or night.holding them before they nap just shows that your still around and they will sleep better.

I agree too.  I could never listen to my son cry.  For quite awhile, he would take forever to go to sleep at night.  Then suddenly, he was fine and now at 21 months goes to sleep all by himself.  I think they eventually get to a point where they understand you'll still be there in the morning.  Also, rountine has definitely helped us.  We read 3-4 books before bed and then he knows its time.

I absolutely agree with you.  In my opinion, you can't spoil a baby younger than 12 months. They only need basic things like food, clean diaper & human contact.