Before studying the article, read about the causes of the crying child:
On this topic: Why is the baby crying and how to understand the reason for crying.
9 simple tips
- Swaddling
You may not like the idea of being wrapped in a diaper. But to a screaming and restless child, swaddling allows you to feel as if he is again in a cramped, familiar and comforting uterus.
Often, one of the most important questions, when it comes to swaddling, is - how much do you need to swaddle? The answer is tight enough so that the baby cannot wriggle, but the legs and arms should have some freedom.
Swaddle articles:
- Swaddling the newborn: “FOR” and “AGAINST” - types of swaddling the baby
- How to swaddle a newborn baby
- Change of position
If you cradle a child who is lying on his back, and this does not help, try a different position. Pain from colic can pass if you lower your baby with your head on your forearm. Tummy pressure helps reduce discomfort from gases.
- Appeasement
Babies have a strong sucking instinct. So look to see if your baby’s nipple will calm. An unexpected bonus is that research has discovered an interesting fact - the nipple can help prevent the sudden death of an infant during sleep.
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Whispering in the immediate vicinity of the child’s ear can really calm him down. Do not do it too timidly. The child should hear you behind his own scream.
- Take a ride
Infants in the uterus get used to frequent movement. Imitating this, or a real walk, can make him fall asleep. Swinging movements in the cradle or rocking chair can create the necessary sensations. Some parents carry their children in a car in the area. But beware of driving if you are exhausted.
- Massage
Remember that your touch can soothe the child. Many babies love skin contact. There is evidence that children who regularly undergo a massage shout less and sleep better. Just strip your baby and use slow, rhythmic strokes all over the body.
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- Carry your baby
Our ancestors, as infants, spent most of the day hanging in special loops on the backs or chests of their mothers. When you put your colicky baby in a sling, he can snuggle up close to you. And this can lull him to sleep, so he will sleep peacefully while you move (go to the store, go for a walk, or do household chores). Sling can also give your tired hands a break and free them to make a sandwich.
- Burping
A screaming child can swallow a lot of air. This can aggravate gas formation, and will make his scream louder.
Try to burp with gentle blows to the baby’s back.The classic position is with the child's head on your shoulder. But that way he can stain your back.
Other methods: put the baby on your knees, or, sitting on one of your hands, support the other with his chest and head.
- Take a breather
Comforting a child night after night is a terribly difficult task. It's okay to feel overwhelmed. If it seems like nothing is already working, take a break. Pass on your child to your spouse or family member.
When this is not possible, remember that it is normal to let the baby scream a little in the crib while you pull yourself together.
Most importantly, remember: this is not your fault, and it is not forever. It's just that some babies are just more prone to crying.
On the topic of crying and tantrums:
- How to calm a crying baby (part 2)
- How to quickly calm a newborn baby when he cries, hysteria, is naughty
- Why an infant bends its back and cries: reasons
- The vagaries of the child: how to react and deal with the vagaries
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