#Cosleeping

A new wave of parenting discussion has swept through Thailand, mirroring a global debate on the benefits and challenges of co-sleeping with children beyond infancy. Prompted by recent commentary such as “I still co-sleep with my seven-year-old daughter” from The Times, Thai parents and experts are reflecting on both cultural traditions and modern research to navigate what is best for their families.

For generations, co-sleeping—where parents and children share the same bed or bedroom—has been deeply rooted in Thai culture as a way to foster closeness, emotional security, and familial bonds. Many Thai families consider it a practical solution, especially in multi-generational households with limited space, and a way to ensure a child’s safety and comfort during the night. However, as Western parenting philosophies gain influence and research on child development evolves, more Thai parents are questioning when—and if—children should transition to sleeping alone.

A new wave of discussion is sweeping Thailand about co-sleeping with children beyond infancy. Prompted by recent commentary and global reporting, Thai parents and experts are weighing traditional practices against evolving research to decide what works best for their families.

For generations, co-sleeping—sharing a bed or bedroom with a child—has been deeply rooted in Thai culture as a way to strengthen closeness, emotional security, and family bonds. In multi-generational households with limited space, many families find it practical and comforting. Yet as Western parenting ideas influence conversations and child-development research expands, more Thai parents are considering when, or if, children should sleep independently.