Mom On TikTok Who Calls Cribs 'Tiny Jail Cells' Says She Will 'Never Enforce A Bedtime'

Some parents prefer bassinets and baskets for their babies, while others put their newborns in cribs. Some even prefer co-sleeping above all.

Studies indicate that babies should get between 12-15 hours of sleep every day/night, with many taking naps throughout the day.

Many parents decide to have sleep schedules where they feed and nap at specific times, to ensure their baby is getting enough rest.

There is a great debate in parenting when it comes to where babies sleep — in their own room in their own crib, or moving the crib to the parents' room.

Experts recommend that parents room-share with their baby for the first six months or year. But, parents often want their babies to learn to sleep on their own and be comfortable in their own space, adjusting outside of the womb.

Mom Alice Bender of Arizona shared a video on TikTok discussing her beliefs on how she believes children should "sleep" and why she forgoes the usual methods.

'I don't have a crib because I will never enforce my baby to have a bedtime,' she said in a TikTok video.

"Babies are people too, and forcing anyone to sleep when they're not tired is inhumane," she continued.

Bender said that cribs are like "tiny jail cells" for babies, explaining that her baby sleeps in an open bed without railings. She also said they use a floor bed, so that her baby can move around safely if she doesn't feel like sleeping.

She claimed that many parents use cribs because they allow parents to walk away and ignore the baby. Bender believes most nursery designs and products benefit the parents more than the babies.

The mom says she's following "attachment parenting," meaning she never spends more than two hours away from her baby, as well.

Parents respond sensitively to children and create and develop a deep and natural bond with their child. Many parents who follow attachment parenting breastfeed for longer periods of time and spend hours on end with their child, like Bender does.

While co-sleeping can mean simply sharing a room with your baby, it can also mean safely bed-sharing for some parents.

If you plan on bed-sharing, be sure to consult an expert first as most recommend placing infants in their own bed to avoid serious injuries or death.

While she does not do so every night, she does promote co-sleeping for parents while discussing her views on parenting and sleep routines.

Many comments have criticized her opinions, saying that kids need structure and routine.

Additionally, many pointed out that cribs and bassinets are recommended by experts to ensure that babies are safe while they are sleeping. The American Academy of Pediatrics advises against bed-sharing as it can lead to infant injury or death.