With babies older than 4 months , the pattern changes to between one and three longer daytime naps a day, and a 10 to 12 hour stretch at night good news for tired mums! If this is the case, try and wake your baby every four hours during the day to feed him. Is it safe to have things in with her and what should we avoid? The first six weeks with your newborn can be daunting but try to stay calm!
Baby massage can help relax your 6 week old baby. Great sleep solutions for your baby! Schools encourage to remove soft toys like teddy bears to avoid the spread of swine flu. Comments Please read our Chat guidelines. Tips and Tools. Our Mission. Find a Pediatrician. Text Size. Good Night, Sleep Tight.
Page Content. Lay a thin baby blanket out like a diamond in front of you. Fold the top corner of the blanket down a bit so that the folded corner almost reaches the middle of the blanket. Place your infant on his back, centered on the blanket with his arms at his sides and his head just above the folded edge and his shoulders just below it. The information contained on this Web site should not be used as a substitute for the medical care and advice of your pediatrician.
There may be variations in treatment that your pediatrician may recommend based on individual facts and circumstances. Follow Us. Back to Top. The following suggestions have been tried by other parents who have had colicky infants: Cuddle your baby Picture 1. Take your baby for a ride in a stroller or car.
Place your baby in a wind-up swing. Prop a young infant with blankets Picture 2. Rock your baby in a rocking chair. Give your baby a pacifier. Many infants are soothed by extra sucking. Burp the baby often while feeding. This removes air from the baby's stomach and reduces gas. Also try massaging the baby's stomach. Play soothing music or tapes of a heartbeat. This will soothe you and your baby.
Carry your baby in a front pack. Walk while holding your baby. Run the vacuum cleaner or washer. The constant sound can be a comfort. Do not feed your baby every time he cries. Keep a list of the things that help your baby stop crying.
When to Call the Doctor Call your child's doctor if your baby has any of these symptoms: Fever Diarrhea Hard stools Poor weight gain Excessive spitting up of formula Vomiting Blood in stools bowel movements Poor feeding Important to Remember Colic is a common concern.
It is important for you to remember the following things: Colic is not your fault. Your anger and frustration are normal.
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