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Soothe the Babysoothe baby, baby soothing, baby soothing techniques, baby crying, teething, traumatic birth, baby care |
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Soothe the Babysoothe baby, baby soothing, baby soothing techniques, baby crying, teething, traumatic birth, baby care |
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Everything you need to know about How to Soothe the Baby
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Baby’s Cry Crying is the main means
of communication for your baby and his main way of attracting
your attention and a baby's cry is designed to trigger an actual
physical reaction in all adults. Studies have shown that an adult
listening to the sound of a crying baby will display physical symptoms
of stress, including raised blood pressure and as his mother, you may
even find that your breasts will respond to his cry by leaking milk.
It's hard for adults, who associate crying with people being upset, to
understand that crying in babies can mean so many things. You will soon
become attuned to your baby's cries and will learn to determine what he
wants. All parents at some time or another will experience the
frustration of being unable to comfort their distressed baby. So how much does a newborn cry? The answer is:
probably a lot more than you thought. In fact, it is quite normal for a
baby to cry for two or three hours a day in total. Soothe the Baby The text below offers suggestion for reason your baby
might be crying, with ideas on how to soothe him. Teething Does teething cause baby to
cry? Health professionals differ widely in their opinions on this
subject. It does seem that sometimes a new tooth will emerge with no
fuss at all, while at other times the tooth's arrival seems to coincide
with lots of crying. Teething may cause some babies mild pain, and if
your baby is around six months of age, and showing signs of distress,
using a teething gel as recommended may help. Hunger A rhythmic cry that starts with a whimper and
becomes louder and more sustained means your baby is hungry. Even if you
have recently fed him, he may not have had his fill and is demanding
more. Breastfeeding works on a supply and demand basis. The more you
give, the more you make. Don't worry about running out, your breast will
replace the milk your baby takes. Pain This cry begins with a high yell or shriek. It is
followed by a second or so of silence as your baby takes a breath, and
then becomes more vigorous. Check to see what could be causing him
discomfort and, if you can't find an obvious cause and the crying
continues, consult your doctor. Dirty Nappy Some babies dislike the feel of a wet or soiled
nappy and will let you know straightaway that they want to be changed. Too Hot or Cold Newborn baby like to feels warm and secure, so
often changing their nappy or clothes is enough to set them off crying.
As you get more adept at doing these, your baby will cry less. Comfort Me! Your baby may just want your attention and to be
held close. Walking him around, singing and making soothing noises may
all help to calm him. One good way to calm your fretful baby is by
rocking him gently, but be sure never to shake your baby. Whether he's
in your arms, lying in a pram or tucked into a baby sling, the rhythm of
being rocked often does the trick. When rocking him, hold him against
your chest where he can feel your warmth and hear your heartbeat. Alternatively, try taking him for a walk in his
pram or for a drive. Bizarrely, even the sound of the washing machine or
vacuum cleaner may be soothing. Traumatic Birth Research has shown that a traumatic birth, such
as a long delivery, very quick delivery, the umbilical cord having been
around the neck or the use of ventouse or forceps, can all cause
temporary distress to your baby due to minor injuries. Usually this
distress settles within the first week or two without needing any
treatment. Over Stimulation While baby love attention, they can become
overwhelmed by too much stimulation, particularly after being surrounded
by a lot of people or after a day when you may have been rushing from
one place to the next. If this happens, let him have some quite time to
calm down. Reduce the amount of stimulation he's getting by keeping
distractions and noise to a minimum. Turn the TV off and take him a
quite room. Stay calm and stroke his forehead as slowly as
you can. Try to match the rhythm of your breathing to his, while
stroking your baby's head more and more slowly. Giving him a massage
could also help to calm him. Tiredness Babies don't always go to sleep when they're tired, but become fractions and whingy, until put in the right environment for sleep, such as a bassinet or cot. You will soon recognize the signs of when it's time to put your baby down for a nap.
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