Calming Techniques for a Crying Baby
How to calm a crying baby
Check physical needs first:
* Is the baby hungry or thirsty?
* Does he/she need to be burped?
* Is it too hot or cold?
* Is their diaper dirty?
If your baby is healthy
If your baby isn't experiencing any physical needs, try one of these tips to calm your crying baby:
1. Rock the baby, hold the baby close or walk with the baby.
2. Stand up, hold the baby close and repeatedly bend your knees.
3. Sing or talk to the baby in a soothing voice.
4. Gently rub or stroke the baby's back, chest or tummy.
5. Offer a pacifier or try to distract the baby with a rattle or toy.
6. Swaddle the baby with a soft blanket.
7. Take the baby for a ride in a stroller or in a car seat in the car.
8. Turn on some music or noise, such as a vacuum cleaner or clothes dryer.
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