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How do I comfort my crying baby?.
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There are lots of things you
can try to comfort your baby. However, the most important thing is to try and
recognize what you baby wants (see question: why do babies cry). Babies cry as
a way of communicating with you.
Some hints and tips to help settle your baby are:
- Some babies like to feel
close to you and hear your voice, smell your body, and hear your heart beat.
Some mums like to use a baby sling so they can keep their babies close but
are still able to do the odd chore.
- Some mums sing or talk
softly to their babies or play familiar music
- Change nappy or feed
if appropriate
- You may wish to consider
using a dummy to help console your baby. In newborns the sucking reflex is
very strong. It not only enables them to get milk but it also serves as a
source of comfort for your baby
- Some babies like motion
or movement or to be rocked in their crib or pram and some parents take their
baby for a run in the car which can help to settle them.
- Massage - gentle stroking
and massage of all kinds can help calm your baby, but don't massage his tummy
before he's four weeks old, miss out his spine and avoid nut-based oils such
as almond oil
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