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Health Tip: Calming a Fussy Baby: MedlinePlus

Health Tip: Calming a Fussy Baby: MedlinePlus


 






Health Tip: Calming a Fussy Baby



Swaddle the infant with a large, lightweight blanket



By Diana Kohnle

Wednesday, December 26, 2012




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(HealthDay News) -- A soothing routine can help calm your fussy baby and give you some peace.
The American Academy of Pediatrics offers these suggestions:

  • Swaddle the infant using a large, lightweight blanket.

  • Snuggle your baby either lying on her left side (helps digestion) or on her belly.

  • Play soothing sounds, such as a white-noise machine.

  • Walk around while holding your baby, or rock her gently.

  • Avoid feeding your baby too much, which can make her tummy hurt. Let her suck on a pacifier if it's not time to eat.

  • If you suspect a food sensitivity and you breastfeed, try changing your diet. If you bottle feed, changing formulas may help. Discuss this with your pediatrician.

  • Track your baby's daily schedule of feedings, nap times, wake times and fussy times. Restrict each daytime nap to a maximum of three hours.




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